Global IT Sourcing Specialist

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite Per Week)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Duration: Initial 6-Month Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking a Global IT Sourcing Specialist to support strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives for technology-related goods and services. This role will focus on sourcing hardware, software, cloud solutions, and IT services while partnering with internal stakeholders and suppliers to negotiate contracts, optimize costs, and ensure continuity of supply.

The ideal candidate has experience managing the full sourcing lifecycle, including supplier evaluation, contract review, cost analysis, and vendor negotiations. This individual should be comfortable working with senior business stakeholders, managing multiple priorities, and driving sourcing strategies that align with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing activities for IT hardware, software, cloud services, and technology-related purchases.
• Lead supplier evaluations, competitive bidding, and vendor selection processes to achieve quality, cost, and service objectives.
• Review, analyze, and negotiate supplier agreements, contracts, pricing, and commercial terms.
• Perform cost analysis, pricing comparisons, and financial evaluations to support sourcing recommendations.
• Partner with internal business leaders and senior stakeholders to understand procurement needs and develop sourcing strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure service quality, contract compliance, and continuity of supply.
• Support contract administration activities and maintain supplier documentation throughout the sourcing lifecycle.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support procurement projects and business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist in resolving sourcing, contract, or delivery issues.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or supply chain within an IT or technology environment.
• Experience sourcing technology products and services, including hardware, software, cloud solutions, or IT services.
• Strong contract review, negotiation, and supplier management experience.
• Experience performing pricing analysis, cost analysis, and commercial evaluations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting enterprise technology procurement or global sourcing initiatives.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier relationship management, and contract administration.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in large corporate environments.

Key Skills

• Strategic Sourcing
• IT Procurement
• Vendor & Supplier Management
• Contract Negotiation & Administration
• Cost & Pricing Analysis
• Hardware, Software & Cloud Procurement
• Stakeholder Management
• Supplier Performance Management
• Financial Analysis
• Communication & Relationship Building
• Negotiation
• Organization & Prioritization

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule with three onsite days per week in New York, NY.
• Collaborative, fast-paced corporate environment with frequent interaction across business and technology teams.
• Opportunity to contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives with the potential for long-term career growth through a contract-to-hire opportunity.