8+ years of procurement experience, including 4 years in IT leadership
Legal background in reviewing and negotiating contracts
Comprehensive knowledge of procurement processes and contract law
Strong negotiation skills with proven results
Ability to articulate technical requirements clearly
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proficient with procurement tools and ERP systems, ITIL knowledge preferred
Responsibilities
Lead procurement for IT hardware, software, and services
Review and negotiate contracts and service-level agreements
Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement with business goals
Develop and maintain vendor relationships
Analyze market trends to inform sourcing strategies
Implement procurement best practices and tools
Advise on contract interpretation and vendor disputes
Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative work environment
Flexibility in work arrangements
Health and wellness programs
Inclusive company culture
Full Job Description
IT Procurement Director Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end procurement process for IT hardware, software, cloud services, and professional services engagements.
Review, draft, and negotiate IT contracts, statements of work, and service-level agreements with a keen legal eye-identifying risks, ensuring compliance, and protecting the organization's interests.
Partner with internal stakeholders (IT, Legal, Finance, and Operations) to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships, fostering collaboration while holding partners accountable to performance and contractual obligations.
Analyze market trends and emerging technologies to inform sourcing strategies and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Implement procurement best practices, policies, and tools to streamline processes and improve transparency.
Serve as a trusted advisor on contract interpretation, risk mitigation, and vendor dispute resolution.
Experience
8+ years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 4 years in IT procurement leadership.
A paralegal or legal background with proven experience reviewing and negotiating complex IT and professional services contracts.
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and contract law principles.
Exceptional negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable terms and building long-term vendor partnerships.
Ability to translate technical requirements into clear contractual language.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills-able to influence at all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with procurement tools and ERP systems; familiarity with ITIL or similar frameworks is a plus.
