IT Procurement Specialist

You will be responsible for analyzing the IT needs of the organization to determine the required equipment, software, and services. Your role will involve identifying and evaluating potential vendors and suppliers to ensure they meet the organization's requirements. You will negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to secure the best deals and oversee the ordering process to ensure timely delivery of IT resources. Ensuring that procured items meet specified quality standards, maintaining and managing relationships with suppliers and vendors, managing the inventory of IT resources, and maintaining records of purchases, contracts, and invoices are also part of your responsibilities. Additionally, you will need to ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures and handle any issues or problems that arise with orders or suppliers. To qualify for this role, you should have proven experience as an IT Procurement Specialist or in a similar position, a strong understanding of IT equipment, software, and services, excellent negotiation skills, strong analytical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines. A Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field is required, along with relevant certifications such as CPM, APP, or ITIL. Familiarity with the specific industry the organization operates in and certifications in relevant technologies like AWS or Azure are advantageous.,