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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking an IT Procurement Specialist in Juno Beach, FL.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement Process Management:
* Manage end-to-end IT procurement processes using SAP/SRM and GEP Source-to-Pay platforms for requisitioning, sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing
* Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and category management best practices
* Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement standards while utilizing analytics tools to drive category insights
Category Management and Strategic Support:
* Lead category management initiatives including market analysis, supplier consolidation, and strategic sourcing
* Develop and maintain category strategies that optimize value, reduce risk, and enhance supplier performance
* Conduct spend analysis to identify cost savings opportunities and support business units with procurement planning
Vendor Relations and Contract Management:
* Identify and evaluate potential vendors through RFI and RFP processes while establishing strong relationships with key IT vendors
* Negotiate favorable terms and conditions using category leverage and manage vendor onboarding through enterprise systems
* Draft, review, and manage software, hardware, and services contracts while handling renewals and ensuring compliance tracking
Budget and Cost Management:
* Collaborate with finance to establish and manage budgets while understanding CapEx vs O&M project treatment
* Analyze procurement expenditure using SAP/SRM and GEP analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities
* Ensure all purchases align with allocated budgets through system controls and approval workflows
Stakeholder Collaboration and Operational Support:
* Collaborate with IT, legal, finance, and other departments to understand and meet procurement needs
* Provide regular updates to stakeholders and participate in cross-functional teams supporting strategic initiatives
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field
* 3+ years of procurement experience, preferably in IT with category management exposure
* Experience with SAP/SRM and GEP Source-to-Pay procurement platforms and strong negotiation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
* Advanced contract negotiation experience with demonstrated cost savings achievements
* Category management certification or relevant procurement credentials (CPSM, CPPM, or similar)
* Previous software sales experience demonstrating market knowledge and relationship-building skills
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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