Highly concentrated IT contract negotiation as well as terms and conditions extensions of software. Evaluates responses from suppliers, coordinates the requests that come through the IT Team. Work with stakeholders to understand what exactly they are looking for and guide them through the process as well as prepare RFP's and RFI's. Work with the suppliers to negotiate contracts by using standard set of templates to create a statement of work or software/hardware service agreement when applicable. Will work closely with the IT VMO team, IT, vendor management, office team.
Requirements:
Must have a strong understanding of IT space and good understanding of what stakeholder needs are.
Good change management skills
Strong stakeholder relationship management skills, strong supplier relationship management skills, understanding of the sourcing process.
Bachelor's degree or higher
Qualifications/Education/Experience Required:
A Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related discipline.
Continued updating and/or progress toward advanced degree or equivalent in area of technical expertise.
Operates with limited business direction.
Demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in a major purchasing commodity group (IT).
Preferences:
Candidates with mill operations management and demonstrated professional engineering experience,GNW and Healthcare experience.
Strong strategic sourcing and negotiation skills, with solid proven experience in global procurement/supply chain organizations.
Solid ability to work cross-functionally across multiple business lines, including a depth of knowledge in category strategy development and implementation