Information Technology Procurement Manager

Information Technology Procurement Manager at SpectrumCareers Information Technology Procurement Manager at SpectrumCareers in Merrifield, Virginia Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Procurement Manager (IT & Enterprise Services) Overview We are seeking a highly strategic Procurement Manager to support enterprise-wide technology purchasing initiatives, with a strong emphasis on financial negotiation, contract strategy, and vendor optimization. This role operates as a key advisor within the finance organization, partnering closely with executive leadership, IT stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to drive value across a complex portfolio of software, hardware, and services. This is not a transactional purchasing role-this individual will serve as a true business partner, leading high-impact negotiations, shaping procurement strategy, and influencing enterprise-level decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end procurement activities across a diverse IT portfolio, including software, hardware, and professional services Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership (CIO, Finance executives, etc.) on sourcing decisions, contract structures, and vendor strategy Negotiate complex enterprise agreements, including SaaS, software licensing, maintenance, and hardware-related contracts Drive cost savings and value creation through effective negotiation of pricing, terms, and service level agreements Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and financial goals Evaluate vendor proposals and perform total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to support decision-making Manage relationships with resellers, distributors, and direct vendors, ensuring optimal performance and compliance Lead contract renewals and present strategic options to leadership, including risk/reward tradeoffs Conduct vendor performance reviews and support resolution of contract, licensing, and service issues Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into procurement strategies Ensure all procurement activities align with internal policies, compliance requirements, and applicable regulations (including FAR where applicable) Provide guidance to project teams on complex purchasing decisions and proactively address risk Qualifications 8-12+ years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, or contract negotiation within a complex organization Strong background negotiating enterprise-level software agreements and commercial contracts Experience with IT procurement, including SaaS, software licensing, hardware, and associated services Demonstrated ability to drive cost savings and improve contract outcomes through effective negotiation strategies Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze vendor proposals and build business cases Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership in a consultative capacity Knowledge of reseller and distributor ecosystems within technology procurement