Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Negotiation: Researching and evaluating potential IT vendors, negotiating prices and terms for hardware, software, and IT services to get the best value.
• Vendor Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, assessing their qualifications, and monitoring their performance.
• Contract Management: Developing, reviewing, and ensuring adherence to contracts to protect the company’s interests.
• Budgeting: Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for computer-related purchases and projects.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with IT supply chains, such as disruptions or compliance issues.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring that procured IT products and services meet the required quality standards and organizational needs.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of purchases, pricing, inventory, and supplier information.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Business Management, or a related field is often required.
• Experience: Several years of experience in procurement, asset management, or supply chain management.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with IT products, services, and software, and how to procure them effectively.
• Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly for record-keeping and analysis, and specialized procurement software.