IT Procurement Analyst

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking an IT Procurement Analyst for a hybrid position in Hicksville, NY, Bethpage, NY or Melville, NY. Ensure continuity of supply for key contracted materials and services, both during regular operations and outages. Manage complex projects and commercial negotiations for IT and telecommunications projects, including software as a service (SaaS) contracts. Oversee contract management and administration, which includes: Managing change orders, claims, and back charges. Asserting warranty claims. Developing methods to assess contractor performance. Implementing processes to protect and preserve the Company’s contractual rights. For new contracts, plan and develop innovative contracting strategies and solutions, coordinating with internal clients to assess contractor qualifications via RFPs or other evaluation methods. Lead commercial negotiations and provide contract management support across the IT organization. Source and manage additional contract management professionals as required. Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field. Minimum of 6 years of experience in sourcing for large capital procurement projects; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of related experience, with at least 6 years focused on sourcing for large capital procurement projects. Strong presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written. Understanding of project management and scheduling. Desired: Excellent negotiation skills. Experience with SAP, Ariba, IronClad and e-sourcing applications. Over 5 years of IT and telecommunications contract management experience. Graduate degree in business or law. Certification as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM). Supplier diversity experience and/or certification (e.g., CPSD). Lean Six Sigma or similar business process optimization experience. Project management experience and/or certification (e.g., PMP). Ability to assess contractual risk, implement risk management strategies, and monitor cost and change, ensuring performance-based payment measures are in place. #J-18808-Ljbffr