Technology Procurement Specialist - Enterprise Software & Supplier Negotiations

** Technology Procurement Specialist - Enterprise Software & Supplier Negotiations*
* ** Pay Rate:**  $53 per hr

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* Schedule:

** Monday-Friday Days - Hybrid

** Assignment Length:
** Long-term temporary

Do you have extensive experience sourcing, negotiating, and navigating enterprise level software solutions? Manpower is currently hiring a  
** Technology Procurement Specialist
** for IDEXX in Westbrook, Maine. This  
** role
* * offers  
** competitive pay
** and is a  
** long-term temporary opportunity
** with a respected, global organization known for innovation and a positive, respectful culture. This role is  
** hybrid** , requiring  
** 2 days per week onsite in Westbrook** .

This is a highly visible  
** strategic IT sourcing role
** where you'll make a meaningful financial impact by leading complex sourcing initiatives, negotiations, and supplier strategies-ideal for someone who enjoys  
** driving value, influencing stakeholders, and managing high-impact technology expenditures** .

** Typical daily duties:*
* + Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for IT categories including hardware, software, telecommunications, and IT services

+ Negotiate pricing, terms, and quality requirements for high-value and technically complex contracts

+ Manage supplier relationships, performance, risk, and continuous improvement initiatives

+ Partner with internal IT stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable scopes of work

+ Drive cost-reduction initiatives and support best practices across global IT contracting processes

+ Oversee contract management, supplier reviews, issue resolution, and supply market monitoring

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* What we're looking for:

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* + Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

+ Minimum  
** 5 years of experience
** in Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or Indirect Procurement supporting IT or technology projects

+

Experience with  
** technology and software contract negotiations
** and  
** RFP management (Salesforce experience a big plus)*
* + Strong project management, communication, and negotiation skills

+ Proven ability to manage complex sourcing projects and drive continuous improvement

** To be considered for this Technology Procurement Specialist opening in Westbrook, please contact us using any of the methods below. We look forward to working with you.*
* ** Apply Online:
** See Below

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* ** Job :
** 5865392

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