Position Details:  

Client: Energy and Utility 

Job Title:  IT Sourcing Manager

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Any Michigan located office near to candidate location

Shift: Mon - Fri (Hybrid)

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