IT Procurement Manager

Key Areas of Responsibility

Reporting to the Senior IT Procurement Manager, the role will be responsible for :

• Leading or supporting end-to-end RFx processes for IT and business stakeholder departments across assigned sourcing projects.
• Conducting contract negotiations with vendors, ensuring that all business, technical, commercial, and legal requirements are accurately reflected in the final agreement.

Performing financial analysis of sourcing projects and preparing / presenting business cases to senior management

Collaborating with IT project managers and internal stakeholders to complete internal approval processes and ensure all required documentation and compliance steps are properly in place.

Providing regular procurement analytics and vendor spend reports to senior management.

Developing and maintaining relationships with current and potential vendors to ensure broad access to the supply market and support company growth.

Managing vendor onboarding due diligence and ongoing reassessment processes.

Delivering continuous training and communication on procurement policies and processes to Group IT users globally to promote compliance and streamline approval workflows.

Requirements

Proven, hands-on experience running RFx projects and managing diverse stakeholders.

Strong knowledge of IT category management (hardware, software, telecommunications, professional services), contract negotiation, and vendor management.

Solid understanding of procurement policies, best practices, and procurement software tools.

Ability to effectively translate business and technical requirements between users and stakeholders.

Good understanding of financial regulatory requirements, basic contract law, and fundamental accounting principles.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills.

Fluency in both English and Mandarin.