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AI Job Summary IT Sourcing Manager (Contract) Role Impact & Expectations The IT Sourcing Manager drives strategic sourcing and procurement of IT hardware, software, and services for a leading University and Health System. This role has significant influence over IT spend, vendor relationships, and cost savings. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, negotiation expertise, and high-level analytical skills to optimize sourcing outcomes and deliver measurable value. Emphasis on Skills Expertise in IT procurement, contract negotiation, vendor management, and spend analysis is critical. Strong business acumen, executive presence, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams are essential for success. Key Responsibilities Lead multi-departmental sourcing activities for assigned IT categories Develop and execute sourcing strategies to control and reduce IT spend Analyze IT commodities, including software, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, hardware, and professional services Manage RFI/RFP processes, including market research, template preparation, and contract review Create evaluation models and facilitate stakeholder decision-making for vendor selection Lead complex negotiations for software industry contracts, including licensing, SLAs, and maintenance agreements Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to drive service improvements and value Develop sourcing plans, perform supplier benchmarking, and provide analytics for informed purchasing decisions Recruiter Insights High-impact role with direct influence on IT cost savings and strategic vendor relationships Opportunity to work remotely with minimal on-site requirements (1x per month) Exposure to large-scale, complex IT sourcing in a matrixed environment Competitive advantage for candidates with experience in higher education or healthcare IT sourcing Preferred (but not mandatory): Experience with cloud procurement, advanced analytics, or ERP procurement Candidate Insights Attractive remote-first position with occasional on-site collaboration Opportunity to lead major IT sourcing initiatives and negotiations Direct impact on enterprise-wide IT strategy and spend optimization Ideal for professionals seeking visibility, career growth, and a pathway to permanent hire Enhances expertise in managing large vendor contracts and driving procurement innovation Location: Charlotte, NC (Remote, On-site 1x/month) Job Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire, M-F 8-5 ET #J-18808-Ljbffr