Primary Services
Category Management - IT Sourcing/Contracts
Primary Services, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Join a forward-thinking company where innovation, collaboration, and career growth thrive. Enjoy the benefits of a hybrid work model, a supportive culture, and opportunities to expand your expertise in procurement while making a strategic impact on IT sourcing.
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Primary Services is excited to announce the role of
Category Management - IT Sourcing/Contracts
for our client, a large and respected organization in the energy sector. This role is central to driving cost-effective, high-quality vendor partnerships that align with business objectives. You will work cross-functionally to lead sourcing strategies, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and support IT procurement initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for IT products and services. Identify and assess potential vendors, evaluating capabilities against business requirements. Monitor IT market trends, vendor landscapes, and technological advancements to drive cost savings and efficiency. Conduct comprehensive vendor evaluations, including financial stability, compliance, and service quality. Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define vendor selection criteria. Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms, including SLAs, pricing, warranties, and delivery timelines. Ensure all contracts align with company policies, standards, and legal requirements. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. Facilitate vendor meetings to review performance, resolve issues, and identify opportunities for improvement. Ensure compliance with regulations, industry standards, and governance policies across sourcing activities. Maintain documentation for contracts, agreements, and vendor performance metrics.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field; Master’s degree or certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) preferred. Proven experience in IT strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation in a corporate environment. Strong knowledge of IT procurement processes across hardware, software, cloud services, and professional services. Demonstrated negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence at multiple levels. Analytical and detail-oriented with a track record of data-driven decision making. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management tools. Familiarity with procurement best practices and relevant regulatory requirements.
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You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply.
Primary Services is excited to announce the role of
Category Management - IT Sourcing/Contracts
for our client, a large and respected organization in the energy sector. This role is central to driving cost-effective, high-quality vendor partnerships that align with business objectives. You will work cross-functionally to lead sourcing strategies, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and support IT procurement initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for IT products and services. Identify and assess potential vendors, evaluating capabilities against business requirements. Monitor IT market trends, vendor landscapes, and technological advancements to drive cost savings and efficiency. Conduct comprehensive vendor evaluations, including financial stability, compliance, and service quality. Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define vendor selection criteria. Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms, including SLAs, pricing, warranties, and delivery timelines. Ensure all contracts align with company policies, standards, and legal requirements. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. Facilitate vendor meetings to review performance, resolve issues, and identify opportunities for improvement. Ensure compliance with regulations, industry standards, and governance policies across sourcing activities. Maintain documentation for contracts, agreements, and vendor performance metrics.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field; Master’s degree or certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) preferred. Proven experience in IT strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation in a corporate environment. Strong knowledge of IT procurement processes across hardware, software, cloud services, and professional services. Demonstrated negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence at multiple levels. Analytical and detail-oriented with a track record of data-driven decision making. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management tools. Familiarity with procurement best practices and relevant regulatory requirements.
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