The Judge Group
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Location: Atlanta, GA; Salary: Not Specified by Client; Job Title: Senior Buyer Technology Procurement; Employment Type: Full-time; Job Location: Atlanta, GA 30339 Job Description: The Senior Buyer leads procurement transactions in a key technology category, driving initiatives to optimize spend, reduce costs, and manage contract negotiations. This role collaborates with stakeholders across Legal, Data Protection, Cyber Security, and AI to ensure successful end-to-end contract review and execution. As a member of Travelports Global Sourcing team, the Senior Buyer helps equip business and technical teams with the tools and services needed to deliver industry-leading solutions. Responsibilities
Engage business units to understand third-party goods and services needs Lead and coach internal teams through the sourcing process: requirements gathering, market analysis, supplier identification, proposal evaluation, negotiation, contract creation, and spend analysis Maintain strong relationships with internal customers and support teams Resolve supplier performance issues and escalate as needed Assist in identifying purchasing channels and sources Build collaborative partnerships to plan and execute procurement activities Contract Strategy and Execution
Lead contract negotiations with internal stakeholders and suppliers Finalize acceptable terms and conditions and own contract closure Support budget approvals, purchase requisitions, and invoice resolution Negotiate contractual frameworks with Technology, Legal, and business users Track savings and reduce off-contract spend Lead cross-functional teams for successful project implementation and compliance Qualifications
35 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and supplier management Previous spend responsibility of $25M+ Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities Experience with procurement tools (e.g., Oracle Financials, iProcurement) Deep understanding of contracting principles and technology procurement Skilled in vendor communication and stakeholder engagement Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS in Technology, Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field MBA or Purchasing Certification Experience in technology organizations Benefits And Perks
Exposure to diverse technology landscape (legacy and cloud) Collaborative team culture with strong internal partnerships Flexible work arrangements (office and remote) By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from The Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with The Judge Groups Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from The Judge Group and HELP for help. Contact: dkellogg@judge.com This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries: Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Judge Group by 2x Get notified about new Senior Buyer jobs in Atlanta, GA. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location: Atlanta, GA; Salary: Not Specified by Client; Job Title: Senior Buyer Technology Procurement; Employment Type: Full-time; Job Location: Atlanta, GA 30339 Job Description: The Senior Buyer leads procurement transactions in a key technology category, driving initiatives to optimize spend, reduce costs, and manage contract negotiations. This role collaborates with stakeholders across Legal, Data Protection, Cyber Security, and AI to ensure successful end-to-end contract review and execution. As a member of Travelports Global Sourcing team, the Senior Buyer helps equip business and technical teams with the tools and services needed to deliver industry-leading solutions. Responsibilities
Engage business units to understand third-party goods and services needs Lead and coach internal teams through the sourcing process: requirements gathering, market analysis, supplier identification, proposal evaluation, negotiation, contract creation, and spend analysis Maintain strong relationships with internal customers and support teams Resolve supplier performance issues and escalate as needed Assist in identifying purchasing channels and sources Build collaborative partnerships to plan and execute procurement activities Contract Strategy and Execution
Lead contract negotiations with internal stakeholders and suppliers Finalize acceptable terms and conditions and own contract closure Support budget approvals, purchase requisitions, and invoice resolution Negotiate contractual frameworks with Technology, Legal, and business users Track savings and reduce off-contract spend Lead cross-functional teams for successful project implementation and compliance Qualifications
35 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and supplier management Previous spend responsibility of $25M+ Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities Experience with procurement tools (e.g., Oracle Financials, iProcurement) Deep understanding of contracting principles and technology procurement Skilled in vendor communication and stakeholder engagement Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS in Technology, Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field MBA or Purchasing Certification Experience in technology organizations Benefits And Perks
Exposure to diverse technology landscape (legacy and cloud) Collaborative team culture with strong internal partnerships Flexible work arrangements (office and remote) By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from The Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with The Judge Groups Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from The Judge Group and HELP for help. Contact: dkellogg@judge.com This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries: Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Judge Group by 2x Get notified about new Senior Buyer jobs in Atlanta, GA. #J-18808-Ljbffr