Fixity Technologies · 22 hours ago
Information Technology Procurement Manager
Northbrook, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior LevelFixity Technologies is seeking an IT Category Manager responsible for the strategic sourcing of Enterprise Technology. This role involves engaging with various Technology/Business leaders and suppliers to drive negotiations and manage procurement processes effectively.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the global technology procurement category portfolio including all enterprise software (e.g., on premise, cloud, SaaS etc.), hardware, communications platforms and managed services, IT Professional Services
Responsible for all aspects of IT sourcing processes through the lifecycle of RFx, negotiations and execution of legal agreements for new, renewal or extension cycles of licensed products and services – inclusive of supporting necessary governance approvals and business case development
Develop, maintain and expand key supplier relationships to deliver high levels of service while maintaining best-in-class commercial terms and conditions; manage preferred supplier selection and review processes; rationalize suppliers and consolidate buying power to simplify supplier ecosystem
Build and enhance relationships with key business stakeholders in COUs / Segments, IT, Finance, Legal, Cybersecurity and other areas within the enterprise to engage strategic sourcing throughout the process and be a trusted advisor to the business
Lead key sourcing initiatives as needed, achieving best value within acceptable risk. (e.g., deliver process improvements / toolset implementation)
Ensure Global Sourcing policy adherence and enforcement across the Solutions enterprise
Qualification
Required
Experience in strategic sourcing of Enterprise Technology
Ability to engage with Technology/Business leaders and suppliers of hardware, software and managed services
Experience in multi-year, multi-million-dollar SaaS licensing negotiations
Knowledge of hardware arrangements and IT Professional Services
Experience managing global technology procurement category portfolio including enterprise software, hardware, communications platforms and managed services
Proficiency in IT sourcing processes through the lifecycle of RFx, negotiations and execution of legal agreements
Ability to develop, maintain and expand key supplier relationships
Experience managing preferred supplier selection and review processes
Ability to rationalize suppliers and consolidate buying power
Strong relationship-building skills with business stakeholders in various departments
Experience leading key sourcing initiatives and achieving best value within acceptable risk
Knowledge of Global Sourcing policy adherence and enforcement
Company
Fixity Technologies
As a leading IT professional services firm specializing in consulting, staffing and recruiting, and executive search.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Vinay Velivela
Chief Executive Officer
Shiva Molabanti
Chief Technology Officer
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