Compass Pointe Consulting · 4 months ago
Director of IT Procurement
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expCompass Pointe Consulting is seeking a Manager of IT Procurement to oversee the acquisition of technology goods and services. This role involves vendor management, contract negotiations, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies while supporting the firm's technology infrastructure needs.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate, and select vendors based on cost, quality, and reliability for IT hardware, software, and related services
Develop and maintain relationships with key technology suppliers and service providers
Manage vendor onboarding and performance improvement initiatives
Work with Vendor Management Office (VMO) and IT leadership on negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal terms, pricing, and service levels
Partner with the VMO and the firm’s contract review attorneys on contract reviews and amendments
Manage contract renewals and renegotiations to maximize value
Analyze market trends and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities
Monitor spending patterns and ensure adherence to approved budgets
Systematically evaluate supplier performance including delivery times, product quality, and service levels
Conduct regular business reviews with strategic vendors
Manage procurement records including purchase orders, invoices, and vendor compliance documentation
Ensure accurate documentation of all procurement activities and decisions
Promote adherence to firm procurement policies and best practices
Maintain and develop lease schedule inventory reports, including received vs. outstanding and purchased equipment, including a lease schedule summary
Manage one-off software license keys
Balance leasing invoices and send to Accounts Payable for processing
Handle end of lease return and capital assets, life cycle workflow, and reporting
Utilize ServiceNow ticketing to process and track new purchases and inventory
Invoice processing including the follow up with vendor inquiries on payments with close coordination with Accounts Payable
Work with Finance & Accounting on Audit reporting as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in IT procurement, technology sourcing, or vendor management
Analytical Skills: Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, evaluate risks, and make data-driven decisions
Negotiation Skills: Proven track record of negotiating favorable terms and achieving cost savings with technology vendors
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, internal stakeholders, and external vendors
Technical Understanding: Solid understanding of IT hardware, software, cloud services, and industry trends to make informed purchasing decisions
Data Management: Proficiency with procurement systems, data analytics tools, and advanced Excel skills for managing and visualizing procurement data
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications
Must be able to manage multiple projects and responsibilities and adapt to changing priorities differing priorities within stakeholder departments
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills, an ability to lead, motivate and influence a variety of stakeholders
Strong understanding of supply agreements, contractual terms, negotiation and relationship management skills
Ability to be self-directed, multi-task and prioritize demands
Ability to communicate effectively in English
Ability to communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience
Ability to identify the appropriate method of communication
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external stakeholders
Preferred
Experience in professional services or legal industry preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic Life
Short-Term Disability
Accident
Term Life
Whole Life
401k
Company
Compass Pointe Consulting
Compass Pointe Consulting specializes in IT, staffing, finance, and accounting services and solutions.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jamie Milton
CEO and Founder
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