Procurement Executive (IT Experience)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive IT Procurement Officer responsible for managing the end-to-end IT procurement process, including vendor onboarding, vendor and service partner management, and contract lifecycle oversight. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, experience in sourcing IT products and services, and the ability to foster strong relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of IT assets and services.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Sourcing:

- Manage the procurement lifecycle for IT hardware, software, and services.

- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and

specifications.

- Source and evaluate suppliers and service providers, ensuring quality, compliance, and

cost-effectiveness.

- Request for Quotations (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), and comparative bid analysis.

Vendor Onboarding & Management:

- Drive the end-to-end vendor onboarding process, including due diligence, documentation,

and compliance checks.

- Maintain a centralized and up-to-date vendor database.

- Monitor and evaluate vendor performance using SLAs and KPIs.

- Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery, support, and resolution of issues.

Contract & Risk Management:

- Ensure contractual and regulatory compliance in all procurement and vendor

management activities.

- Mitigate procurement risks through supplier diversification, compliance checks, and

regular audits.

Service Partner Management:

- Manage relationships with IT service partners, including system integrators, managed

service providers, and consultants.

- Evaluate and monitor service quality, performance metrics, and delivery timelines.

- Coordinate with internal IT teams and service partners to ensure seamless execution of

projects and support services.

Budgeting & Reporting:

- Assist in IT procurement budgeting and cost forecasting.

- Maintain procurement records, reports, and dashboards for audits and management

review.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.

- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in IT procurement, vendor management, or service

delivery management.

- Familiarity with IT hardware, software licensing, cloud services, and telecom

procurement.

- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Knowledge of procurement systems is an advantage.

- Understanding of ITIL, SLA frameworks, and basic IT compliance standards is preferred.

Key Competencies:

- Procurement and Contract Negotiation

- Vendor and Stakeholder Management

- Attention to Detail and Compliance Focus

- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bangalore, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your notice period ?
• Do you have experience in Procurement and vendor management in IT Companies?
• What is your current salary ?
• What is your salary expectation?
• What is your current location?

Experience:

• IT Procurement: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person