Sr. IT Procurement Specialist


Job Location:

Kent, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 2 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role: Sr. IT Procurement Specialist
Duration: 5 Months (Contract)
Work location: Remote but must be willing to relocate to one of the following locations:
  • El Segundo CA
  • Kent Washington
  • Merritt Island Cape Canaveral or Melbourne FL

Key Skills: Procurement & Strategic Sourcing; Software Licensing & SaaS Procurement; IT Hardware Procurement; Supplier Relationship Management & Vendor Management; Contract Negotiation & Contract Management; ERP Procurement Systems (SAP Oracle Coupa); Spend Analysis & Cost Reduction (TCO Analysis)

Position description:
  • Our client is seeking an experiencedIndirect Sales Buyer(Level 2) to join their Procurement Team on a contract basis.
  • This role specializes in the sourcing and procurement of software services IT/ET (Information Technology/Engineering Technology) hardware and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions.
  • The successful candidate will support our clients mission of building a road to space by ensuring timely cost-effective and compliant acquisition of indirect goods and services.
Key responsibilities:
  • Execute end-to-end procurement activities for software licensing SaaS subscriptions IT/ET hardware and related professional services
  • Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures
  • Negotiate pricing terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve optimal value while managing risk
  • Review and interpret software licensing agreements SaaS contracts and maintenance/support terms
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT Engineering Finance Legal) to clarify requirements and ensure alignment on specifications and timelines
  • Manage supplier relationships and resolve issues related to delivery quality invoicing and contract performance
  • Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation to support audit and compliance requirements
  • Track and report on key metrics such as cost savings cycle time and supplier performance
  • Support spend analysis and identify opportunities for consolidation standardization and cost reduction
  • Ensure compliance with company policies applicable regulations and ethical sourcing standards
Required qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Management Information Technology or related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • 35 years of procurement/purchasing experience with demonstrated focus on indirect categories
  • Hands-on experience sourcing software services IT/ET hardware and/or SaaS solutions
  • Working knowledge of software licensing models SaaS subscription structures and IT hardware procurement
  • Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships
  • Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g. SAP Oracle Coupa or similar)
  • Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience in the aerospace defense or high-tech manufacturing industries
  • Familiarity with procurement compliance requirements (e.g. FAR/DFARS) in a government contracting environment
  • Professional certification (e.g. CPSM CPM or equivalent)
  • Experience with contract lifecycle management tools
  • Understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis for IT/software purchase
Authorized US Worker- US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.
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Role: Sr. IT Procurement SpecialistDuration: 5 Months (Contract)Work location: Remote but must be willing to relocate to one of the following locations:El Segundo CAKent WashingtonMerritt Island Cape Canaveral or Melbourne FLKey Skills: Procurement & Strategic Sourcing; Software Licensing & SaaS Pro...

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