Procurement Specialist IT

Responsibilities:· Lead and execute tactical sourcing projects in line with agreed timelines, process, compliance and quality.· Develop key client stakeholder matrix and maintain regular engagement with stakeholders and key suppliers.· Evaluate and select service providers based on rigorous criteria for quality, reliability and innovation.· Manage RFX (e.g. Request for Proposal, Request for Quotation) process, including project management, development of RFx, negotiations and award process.· Deliver savings target as assigned to the category with proper tracking and reporting of savings achievements.· Drafting contracts based on standard terms and conditions.· Leverage expertise to influence and refine procurement processes, drive efficiency and effectiveness in service engagements.· Ensure a high level of ethics in supplier and/or client engagements. Qualifications:· Proven track of at least 3 years of experience in the IT procurement sourcing area· Proven capability of running tenders, including all aspects of the tender process· Hands on approach for deal execution, manage deals end to end on their own with minimal oversight.· Competent in negotiations with a strong ability to converse, negotiate with suppliers/clients· Contract review in English, drafting and creation of various agreements, including NDAs, Master Agreements, Statements of Work, etc,· Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills to positively influence people to make the appropriate decisions for the client(s) and resolve conflicts effectively.· Fluent in spoken and written English