IT Procurement Manager

Job description

The IT Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the procurement, vendor management, contract administration, and lifecycle management of technology-related products and services. This role partners closely with Information Technology, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to ensure the organization acquires high-quality technology solutions in a cost-effective, compliant, and strategic manner. The IT Procurement Manager will oversee vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, manage software licensing, and support technology initiatives that advance organizational objectives. Position is on site. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Develops sourcing strategies, negotiates favorable commercial terms, manages technology supplier relationships, and ensures compliance with procurement policies while maximizing value and minimizing risk. Partners with IT leadership to understand business and technology roadmaps and proactively plan sourcing activities. Leads procurement activities for IT hardware, software, SaaS solutions, cloud services, telecommunications, and technology-related professional services. Works with information technology and vendors to evaluate and develop procurement strategies to help maximize efficiency, improve service, and minimize cost. Identifies cost optimization opportunities related to software licensing, hardware procurement, maintenance agreements, and cloud consumption through market research, benchmarking, supplier evaluations, etc. Monitors, reviews, and analyzes bids and quotes from suppliers. Manages relationships with strategic software vendors and service providers. Conducts annual vendor performance reviews. Partners with procurement leadership and finance to analyze spending patterns and develop strategies to improve vendor consolidation and purchasing efficiency. Leads negotiations for technology contracts, including pricing, licensing, service level agreements (SLAs), support terms, renewals, data security provisions, and contract risk mitigation. Collaborates with Legal, Compliance, Information Security, and IT stakeholders to review and finalize contractual agreements. Monitors contract expiration dates and renewal opportunities to maximize leverage and avoid unnecessary expenditures. Assists the IT team in evaluating licensing models and enterprise agreements. Supports IT asset management and licensing compliance activities as needed. Ensures procurement practices align with asset management lifecycle requirements. Ensures compliance with organizational procurement policies and procedures. Maintains documentation supporting procurement decisions and contract approvals. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Strong understanding of IT hardware, software, SaaS, cloud services, cybersecurity, and telecommunications procurement. Knowledge of software licensing models and enterprise agreements. Ability to negotiate complex purchases and contractual agreements. Understanding of vendor risk management and contract governance principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, including the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across organizational functions. Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and contract management tools. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Minimum 7 years of procurement, sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, or related experience required. Minimum 5 years managing technology procurement, software licensing, or IT vendor relationships required. Demonstrated experience negotiating complex technology contracts and enterprise agreements required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in business administration (MBA), supply chain management, or related field preferred. Experience negotiating agreements with major technology providers such as Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Cisco, Dell, AWS, Google, or similar organizations preferred. Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization. Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT: Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up. Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. About Boys Town: Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.