IT Sourcing Specialist IV

Job Description:- Our client is located in Downtown Houston and looking to add an IT Sourcing Specialist to their team on a 6+ month contract basis. This role is onsite. The IT Sourcing Specialist is responsible for large, complex technology (Software, Hardware, Telecom) RFQ's. The main function is to develop specifications to communicate to vendors and negotiate pricing with those vendors to support the RFQ.







Responsibilities:

Partner with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies and procurement requirements for technology products and services.

Lead competitive sourcing events, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations.

Negotiate software licenses, cloud agreements, MSAs, SOWs, and other technology contracts.

Identify and execute cost savings, cost avoidance, and O&M reduction opportunities.

Evaluate supplier proposals and recommend solutions that deliver best value and mitigate risk.

Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve commercial, contractual, and performance-related issues.

Develop and manage supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Conduct market research, benchmarking, and spend analysis to support sourcing decisions.

Coordinate with Legal, Cybersecurity, Finance, Privacy, and Enterprise Architecture throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and licensing models to provide strategic sourcing guidance.

Lead high-value, complex procurement initiatives and serve as a technology sourcing subject matter expert.

Skills :

Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.

Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to ethical business practices.

Ability to manage multiple complex projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and achieve alignment across cross-functional teams.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with executive, technical, and supplier audiences.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, procurement systems, spend analysis, and sourcing tools.

Knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, and technology procurement best practices.

Experience negotiating software licensing, cloud services, telecommunications, hardware, and professional services agreements.

Understanding of commercial, legal, financial, cybersecurity, and vendor risk considerations within the procurement lifecycle.

Ability to identify and implement cost savings, cost avoidance, and O&M reduction opportunities.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

5-7 years' experience with strong strategic sourcing skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Technology procurement and supplier negotiation experience.
5+ years of work experience with IT Sourcing

5+ years of work experience with Software License Agreements

Utility industry experience highly desired and will be priority over other candidates