IT Category Specialist - Assistant Manager

2-4 Years/4-7 Years

CTC - 12-15 LPA

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for IT products and services to meet organizational needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and select IT suppliers based on their capabilities, cost, quality, and technological innovation.
• Lead the end-to-end sourcing process, from market research to supplier selection and contract negotiations.
• Manage vendor performance and ensure adherence to contractual terms.

• Vendor Management & Relationship Building:

• Establish and nurture strong relationships with key IT vendors and suppliers.
• Conduct regular reviews with suppliers to ensure consistent quality, delivery, and compliance with SLAs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new suppliers and ongoing communication.

• Contract Management & Negotiations:

• Negotiate competitive pricing, favourable terms, and conditions with suppliers in collaboration with the legal team.
• Manage contract renewals and updates as required.

• Cost Management & Optimization:

• Continuously assess and manage IT procurement costs, seeking opportunities for cost savings and value improvements.
• Collaborate with the IT strategic souring team for drive competitive bidding processes (RFPs, RFQs, etc.) to ensure the best pricing and terms.
• Analyze total cost of ownership for IT purchases, considering factors like lifecycle costs, warranties, and service agreements.

• Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:

• Collaborate with IT, finance, legal, and other departments to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Communicate procurement status, challenges, and opportunities to senior leadership.

• Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and external regulations.
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies

·        Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certification (CIPS, CPSM) is a plus.

·        Upper Intermediate, in sourcing or procurement, focusing on the IT category (hardware, software, services).

·        Proven experience in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships in the IT sector.

·        Strong understanding of IT procurement trends, emerging technologies, and market dynamics.

·        In-depth knowledge of IT sourcing processes, including contract terms, service level agreements, and IT licensing models.

·        Familiarity with cloud services, SaaS, and IT infrastructure solutions.

·        Experience in managing global sourcing and cross-functional teams.