Procurement Analyst (Buyer)

Key Responsibilities Develop and execute sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, SaaS, cloud solutions, and technology services. Will be responsible for sourcing of vendors and identifying the best vendors for IT related procurement for e.

Procurement Analyst (Buyer) –IT Procurement
Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid –2 days/week onsite)
Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)
 
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in indirect procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Hands-on experience with IT procurement, including software, SaaS, IT hardware, and technology services.
• Experience leading sourcing events such as RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Strong supplier relationship management and contract negotiation experience.
• Knowledge of procurement contracts, including MSA, SOW, NDA, SLA, and software licensing agreements.
• Experience with Procure-to-Pay (P2P) tools such as Ariba, SAP, Coupa, or similar procurement systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting and spend analysis.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

 
 
Must have:

• IT procurement experience.
• Hands on experience with IT SLA/ IT contract term negotiations, MSA & SOW.

 
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for IT hardware, software, SaaS, cloud solutions, and technology services.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers to meet business requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings while minimizing business risk.
• Draft, review, and support execution of procurement-related agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, SaaS Agreements, Software License Agreements, and SLAs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, business units, and suppliers.
• Process purchase orders and support Procure-to-Pay (P2P) activities.
• Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements.
• Support cross-functional sourcing initiatives across multiple technology categories.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and supplier governance standards.
• Will be responsible for sourcing of vendors and identifying the best vendors for IT related procurement for e.G., projects related to services & hardware, IT upgrades etc.
• Handle asset management, SaaS procurement and SLA/contract term negotiations.
• Lead RFPs, sourcing events, and supplier negotiations.
• Support procurement across technology related commodities.