IT Sourcing Specialist Software Procurement

Sourcing Specialist – Software

Location: Houston, TX 77079
Pay Rate: Starting at $40.00/hour
Schedule: Onsite, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Overview

The Sourcing Specialist – Software is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for software procurement, managing supplier relationships, and leading contract negotiations. This role works cross-functionally to deliver cost savings, mitigate risk, and support business objectives in a fast-paced, global environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of annual and long-term sourcing strategies and pipeline plans for the software category
• Achieve targeted cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives
• Lead RFx processes and negotiate commercial contracts with software suppliers
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams including IT, legal, finance, and cybersecurity
• Mitigate supplier risks through effective contract structuring and supplier management
• Communicate project status, process compliance, policies, and business procedures to stakeholders and leadership
• Serve as a strategic business partner to IT and other key stakeholders to drive outcomes, ensure compliance, and track KPIs
• Lead multiple sourcing projects simultaneously in a global, fast-paced environment
• Maintain awareness of global cybersecurity and data privacy regulations related to software procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in technology sourcing, specifically software (on-premise, SaaS, and cloud-based solutions)
• Proven experience negotiating and redlining software contracts
• Ability to leverage internal and external data to develop category strategies
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to plan and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)