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We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially driven IT Purchaser / Procurement Specialist to manage the procurement of technology products and services while ensuring cost optimization, quality, compliance and business value. The successful candidate will bridge the gap between technical teams and suppliers by combining strong IT knowledge with procurement expertise and data‑driven decision‑making.
Key Responsibilities- Manage the end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle for IT products and services.
- Lead sourcing activities including RFQs, RFPs and vendor evaluations.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, service‑level agreements (SLAs) and commercial terms.
- Ensure timely procurement of hardware, software, cloud services and IT infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and technology partners.
- Review and analyze technical specifications and business requirements; assess vendor proposals and recommend solutions based on functionality, cost, risk and scalability.
- Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, infrastructure and business stakeholders to support purchasing decisions.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies, market trends and industry best practices.
- Conduct cost analysis, budget monitoring and total cost of ownership (TCO) assessments.
- Support annual budgeting, forecasting and procurement planning activities.
- Evaluate ROI and commercial viability of technology investments.
- Monitor supplier performance and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
- Prepare procurement dashboards, spend‑analysis reports and vendor performance metrics using advanced Excel tools.
- Ensure procurement records, contracts and documentation are accurately maintained.
- Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations and audit requirements.
- Support risk assessment activities related to suppliers, contracts and procurement processes.
- Maintain procurement integrity and transparency throughout the sourcing process.
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in IT procurement, technology sourcing or purchasing, managing procurement activities for hardware, software, cloud services and IT infrastructure.
- Strong vendor negotiation and contract‑management experience.
- Sound technical knowledge of computer hardware and infrastructure solutions, cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), software licensing and SaaS subscription models, cybersecurity technologies, networking technologies (switches, routers, firewalls, wireless systems), data center and enterprise infrastructure environments.
- Experience with emerging technologies such as AI, automation and cloud‑native platforms.
- Advanced Excel skills: pivot tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX‑MATCH, Power Query, conditional formatting, data validation, budget tracking, forecasting, spend analysis, procurement dashboards and reporting.
- Programming knowledge of VBA macros is an added advantage.
- Experience with SAP S/4
HANA, Oracle Net Suite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Procurement/Sourcing platforms, Service Now, Asset Management Systems, Microsoft 365 and Teams. - Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, decision‑making, negotiation, contract management, commercial acumen and risk‑assessment abilities.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
- Strategic sourcing
- Negotiation & vendor management
- Commercial acumen
- Analytical thinking
- Contract management
- Decision making
- Communication & stakeholder management
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Risk assessment
- CIPS – Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
- PMP or other Project Management certifications
- Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
- Cybersecurity certifications
- Advanced Microsoft Excel certifications
- Supply Chain / Procurement certifications
A results‑oriented procurement professional with strong technology knowledge,…
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