Client – Energy & Utilities  

Job Title – IT Sourcing Manager 

Location – Jackson, MI – 49201 

Duration – 12 Months (Possible Extension / Conversion) 

About the Role: 

• The IT Sourcing Manager plays a crucial role in daily operations by negotiating with suppliers to obtain goods, materials, and services at the best prices.  
• They develop and implement strategies for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, quality improvements, and process efficiencies. 
• This role involves completing non-strategic service and material purchase requests, negotiating agreements with suppliers, and ensuring contractual compliance. 

Responsibilities: 

• Verify specifications and determine if a Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ) is needed 
• Administer the (RFI, RFP or RFQ) and negotiate cost-effective agreements with key suppliers 

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and Legal council to negotiate contractual terms and conditions 
• Coordinate contract change requests as needed and develop suppliers to improve effectiveness and drive down costs 
• Support continuous improvement goals and stay current with industry innovations 
• Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders and suppliers to procure high-quality products and services 
• Ensure commercial, legal, and contractual compliances in all procurement transactions 

Education Qualification: 

• Previous experience in an Information Technology support role 
• Knowledge of business law, commercial terms and conditions, and related legal issues 
• Experience in IT contract development and management 
• 2+ years of experience in Information Technology services/sourcing 
• Ability to provide guidance on sourcing management processes and metrics 
• Knowledgeable about procurement processes and escalation mechanisms 

Required Skills: 

• Negotiation skills and competitive process engagement 
• IT Contract development and management experience 
• Ability to influence stakeholders and resolve issues effectively 
• Proficiency in creating, analyzing, and editing Information Technology contracts 
• Critical thinking skills and ability to provide rational evaluations/proposals