Bilingual IT Supply Chain Analyst

Acestack LLC

Sunnyvale, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Candidate Sourcing, Chinese Language, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, IT Requirements, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Multilingual, Negotiation Skills, Network Operations Center, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Strategy, Product Pricing, Purchasing/Procurement, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Software as a Service (SaaS), Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, System Integration (SI), Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Sunnyvale, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Title: Bilingual IT Supply Chain Analyst
Location - Sunnyvale, CA (Locals Only)
Contract

Job Description

The IT Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for identifying and evaluating potential IT suppliers based on the company's needs, budget, and technical requirements. This role will involve negotiating contracts to secure the best pricing, terms, and service levels, as well as building and maintaining strong relationships with key vendors. The IT Supply Chain Analyst will also manage IT contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies and service level agreements (SLAs). Additionally, this role will focus on identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing contract renewals, and coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth integration of new systems and technologies.

Key Responsibilities:
• Identify and evaluate potential IT suppliers based on company needs, budget, and technical requirements.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure the best pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and service providers.
• Draft, review, and manage IT contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Ensure that service level agreements (SLAs) and other performance metrics are met.
• Manage contract renewals, extensions, and terminations based on performance reviews.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities by analyzing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies through vendor negotiation and alternative sourcing.
• Coordinate with the IT Department for hardware and software purchases, renewals, and decommissioning.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to understand IT requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Communicate with IT and operations teams to ensure smooth integration of new systems and technologies.
• Negotiate on-premises solutions and SaaS terms, engaging legal and business units (BUs) as needed.
• Assist with procuring data center (DC) items, understanding their capabilities and operations.
• Engage with suppliers to depict periodic requirements and ensure timely delivery.

Requirements:
Chinese language expertise to manage China contracts from US
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Supply Chain Management, Business

Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in IT supply chain management or a similar role.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with contract management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and strategic sourcing initiatives.

About the Company

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Acestack LLC