Purchasing Agent - IT Contract Specialist
$95k - $110kKorn Ferry
Company Overview Our client is a large, well established U.S. refining and energy supply organization with multiple refineries, terminals, pipelines, and related infrastructure assets across the United States Headquartered in Houston, TX, the company operates a significant crude refining footprint and employs several thousand professionals across refining, supply and trading, commercial, and corporate functions The organization is known for its strong operational discipline, long term stability, and commitment to values such as safety, integrity, accountability, and collaboration The company continues to invest in modern technology platforms, including enterprise ETRM systems, to enhance data driven decision making, risk management, and financial analytics across the business Role Summary Title: IT Contract Management Specialist Department: Procurement – IT Strategic Sourcing Team Scope: Join a 3-person procurement team, partnering closely with an existing IT contract lead to support growing volume of IT agreements Primary Focus: Own and manage IT contract administration end to end, including negotiation, execution, compliance, vendor management, and ongoing lifecycle oversight Key Responsibilities Lead full lifecycle IT contract management from requisition through execution, change orders, renewals, and closeout Negotiate, execute, and administer IT contracts including software licenses, SaaS agreements, cloud services agreements, hardware purchases, and Master Service Agreements Process and manage purchase orders and outline agreements within SAP (or similar ERP systems) Partner cross-functionally with IT, Legal, Risk Management, Accounts Payable, and business stakeholders to ensure contracts meet commercial, legal, security, and compliance standards Leverage strategic sourcing tools and best-in-class procurement practices to evaluate vendors, solicit bids (RFP/RFQ), and negotiate pricing and terms Conduct market analysis and vendor evaluations to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and service reliability Monitor contract performance, validate pricing adjustments, track KPIs, and administer change orders throughout the agreement lifecycle Ensure IT security, data privacy, insurance, and indemnification provisions are properly addressed in all agreements Manage vendor onboarding, compliance vetting, and performance evaluation processes Resolve procurement-related issues including invoice disputes, performance concerns, and out-of-scope contract matters Identify opportunities for strategic sourcing, cost savings, and long-term value creation Ideal Candidate Profile Must have IT contract management experience Minimum 2-3+ years of direct contract management experience, specifically managing IT contracts Experience negotiating and administering software, SaaS, cloud, and technology services agreements Strong understanding of legal terms and conditions, indemnification, insurance requirements, and commercial risk mitigation Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems required Experience with GEP SMART or similar e-Procurement platforms preferred Strong negotiation, analytical, and multitasking skills Ability to manage contracts independently from beginning to end Oil & Gas industry experience not required, IT contract expertise is the priority Strong communication skills with ability to collaborate across multiple departments Target base compensation range: $95K–$110K 10% annual performance incentive bonus High-visibility role within Procurement and IT Strong upward mobility and structured leadership development path Performance-driven culture that rewards high performers Competitive 401(k) with company match and pension plan Paid vacation, sick leave, and annual vacation incentive 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off and one work-from-home day per week On-site amenities including gym, covered parking, cafeteria, health clinic, and credit union Tuition assistance, dependent scholarships, employee discounts, and leadership development programs #J-18808-Ljbffr Korn Ferry
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