Job Description
The IT Procurement Sr. Supervisor will directly oversee Information Technology procurement across the business. This role leads a team of buyers who source hardware, software, and technology related services. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of IT procurements including sourcing, cost and terms negotiations, contract management and deliverables, KPI development and management, and policy compliance. They will also serve as the primary point of contact between the Supply Chain and IT departments.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of five IT buyers.
- Develop procurement strategies along with the IT department to meet company objectives.
- Oversee issuance & evaluation of RFPs, supplier negotiations, and contract awards.
- Collaborate with Legal team on terms & conditions evaluation/negotiation as well as other legal issues and business risk.
- Conduct procurements in accordance with company policies & FAR guidelines.
- Manage relationships with IT vendors, monitor vendor performance, and quickly resolve issues impacting the business.
- Perform market research and advise internal stakeholders of market conditions.
- Act in a project-leadership capacity with cross-functional stakeholders that may include Information Technology, Engineering, Design, Production Planning, Training, HR, Medical, or Production stakeholders.
- Monitor key performance indicators, ensure metrics are aligned with company goals, managed service levels with supplier.
- Collaborate with other GD business units to leverage collective purchasing power and best practices.
- Mentor, guide, and develop team members.
Required/Preferred Education/Training
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; master’s degree preferred.
Required/Preferred Experience
- 5+ years Supply Chain or Procurement experience required.
- Information Technology sourcing experience preferred.
- Experience working in a highly-regulated industry such as DOD contracting preferred.
- Experience interpreting technical statements of work (SOW).
- Capable of independently negotiating pricing and terms with technology providers.
- Financial acumen to develop price analyses and ensure adherence to budgets.
- Ability to build relationships across all departments and levels within organization.
- Above average skills with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.
- Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize daily workloads and multi-task in a fast paced environment required.
- Experience implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.