Senior Procurement Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the full procurement lifecycle from purchase requisition to contract closure

- Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies

- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers

- Manage relationships with technology vendors (software, hardware, cloud services)

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Finance, Operations) to define requirements

- Evaluate supplier proposals and conduct market analysis

- Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual terms

- Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements

- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance standards

Responsibilities

Manage the full procurement lifecycle from purchase requisition to contract closure; Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies; Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers; Manage relationships with technology vendors (software, hardware, cloud services); Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Finance, Operations) to define requirements; Evaluate supplier proposals and conduct market analysis; Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual terms; Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements; Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance standards

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; 3–5 years of experience in procurement, preferably within the technology or IT sector; Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills; Experience working with technology vendors and service providers; Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics; Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment; Professional certifications such as CIPS or CPSM are a plus