Sr Procurement Analyst

Job Title: IT Procurement & Category Manager

Location-Type: Remote / Hybrid (open to candidates located anywhere within the United States)

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Contract through August 2027

Compensation Range: $30-42/hr

Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, and 401K

Visa Sponsorship: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Job Description

This role supports the client's information technology procurement function by managing software and hardware categories, driving supplier negotiations, and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize IT spend on a global scale.

Job Summary

• Manage software and hardware procurement categories, including contract review, negotiation, and renewals
• Conduct utilization analysis and spend management activities to identify cost optimization opportunities
• Lead supplier negotiations and facilitate RFP processes to secure favorable terms for the organization
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Risk, Security, Privacy, and Project Management, to align procurement activities with business requirements
• Translate business requirements into sourcing strategies and category management plans
• Support and maintain supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance standards are met

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management
• Demonstrated experience managing software and/or hardware procurement categories
• Strong background in supplier negotiations, RFPs, and spend management
• Experience reviewing and negotiating software contracts
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of leadership