Planet Pharma
Job Description
Target Pay Rate: 35-40/hr salary will be commensurate with experience
Job Summary: As a IT Procurement Consultant, you will play a critical role in leading the procurement of IT solutions and services for client. You will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities: Procurement Strategy and Planning • Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives and IT roadmap • Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential vendors and solutions • Collaborate with IT stakeholders to identify procurement needs and develop procurement plans Vendor Management • Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and stakeholders • Negotiate contracts and agreements that meet the company's needs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements • Manage vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations Contract Management • Negotiate and manage contracts for IT solutions and services • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and HIPAA • Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts are compliant with company policies and procedures • Conduct risk analysis on contract language Procurement Operations • Manage procurement processes, including RFIs, RFPs, and contract awards • Develop and maintain procurement documentation, including contracts, agreements, and procurement plans • Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely payment processing • Collect and Document savings • Collect and digitally store contract documents. Stakeholder Management • Collaborate with IT stakeholders, including IT leadership, project managers, and end-users • Provide procurement expertise and guidance to IT stakeholders • Communicate procurement plans and progress to stakeholders
Skills and Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field • 8+ years of experience in IT procurement, with a focus on vendor management and contract negotiation • Strong knowledge of procurement laws and regulations, including GDPR • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Experience with procurement software and tools, such as Ariba or Coupa
Preferred Qualifications: • Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field • Certification in procurement, such as CPM or CPSM • Experience with IT service management frameworks, such as ITIL • Knowledge of cloud-based procurement platforms and tools
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
Fraud Alert: Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.
Target Pay Rate: 35-40/hr salary will be commensurate with experience
Job Summary: As a IT Procurement Consultant, you will play a critical role in leading the procurement of IT solutions and services for client. You will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities: Procurement Strategy and Planning • Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives and IT roadmap • Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential vendors and solutions • Collaborate with IT stakeholders to identify procurement needs and develop procurement plans Vendor Management • Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and stakeholders • Negotiate contracts and agreements that meet the company's needs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements • Manage vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations Contract Management • Negotiate and manage contracts for IT solutions and services • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and HIPAA • Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts are compliant with company policies and procedures • Conduct risk analysis on contract language Procurement Operations • Manage procurement processes, including RFIs, RFPs, and contract awards • Develop and maintain procurement documentation, including contracts, agreements, and procurement plans • Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely payment processing • Collect and Document savings • Collect and digitally store contract documents. Stakeholder Management • Collaborate with IT stakeholders, including IT leadership, project managers, and end-users • Provide procurement expertise and guidance to IT stakeholders • Communicate procurement plans and progress to stakeholders
Skills and Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field • 8+ years of experience in IT procurement, with a focus on vendor management and contract negotiation • Strong knowledge of procurement laws and regulations, including GDPR • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Experience with procurement software and tools, such as Ariba or Coupa
Preferred Qualifications: • Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field • Certification in procurement, such as CPM or CPSM • Experience with IT service management frameworks, such as ITIL • Knowledge of cloud-based procurement platforms and tools
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
Fraud Alert: Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.