Indirect Procurement Lead
Core
Lead enterprise-wide IT and Telecom procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, contract administration, and strategic sourcing to drive value and reduce risk.
Role type
Senior Indirect Procurement Lead (IT & Telecom)
Builds
Strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier agreements, and cost-saving procurement strategies for IT and Telecom categories.
Domain
Aerospace/Defense industry, IT & Telecom procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> contract administration & strategic sourcing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, category management, total cost of ownership analysis, risk mitigation, spend analysis, compliance management
Preferred skills
CPSM/CPSD/CSCP/CPM certification, experience in manufacturing/aerospace/defense, global procurement operations, enterprise procurement platforms (SAP/Oracle/Ariba/Coupa)
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa
Responsibilities
Prepare, review, negotiate, and administer supplier agreements; support sourcing events and supplier selection processes; analyze supplier proposals and pricing structures; collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Cybersecurity on contractual matters; manage supplier onboarding and performance monitoring; create and manage purchase orders and requisitions; contribute to category strategy development; identify and escalate commercial and operational risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
