IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Hybrid (New York, NY)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist on a contract basis to support procurement initiatives for a large enterprise organization. This individual will play a key role in sourcing technology products and services, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and identifying opportunities to reduce costs while supporting business objectives.

The ideal candidate brings strong negotiation skills, experience with IT procurement, and the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors in a fast-paced corporate environment.

This position requires onsite presence in New York City three days per week and offers the potential to transition into a permanent opportunity following the initial six-month contract.

• Manage strategic sourcing and procurement activities for IT goods, software, services, and technology-related supplies.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable contract terms, and long-term value.
• Evaluate, select, and manage suppliers based on pricing, quality, reliability, service delivery, and business requirements.
• Support contract development, administration, and vendor compliance with established procurement objectives.
• Analyze supplier proposals, pricing structures, financial information, and market data to inform purchasing decisions.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that optimize costs, mitigate risks, and ensure continuity of supply.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal business partners.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, supplier optimization, and long-term procurement efficiencies.

• Professional experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or a related discipline.
• Experience sourcing and negotiating IT products, software, technology services, or related categories.
• Strong contract negotiation, supplier evaluation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to analyze pricing proposals, financial data, and supplier performance to support informed purchasing decisions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple sourcing priorities and collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

• Experience supporting procurement within a large enterprise or global organization.
• Familiarity with technology supplier agreements, software licensing, or IT services contracts.
• Experience developing long-term sourcing strategies and managing complex supplier relationships.
• Familiarity with procurement, sourcing, or vendor management platforms.

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.