Short-term Contract IT Procurement Specialist Opportunity in Dallas, TX

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Contract IT Procurement Specialist

POSITION SCOPE:

IT Procurement Specialist performs key activities in the area of procurement, asset management and supplier strategy, management and governance. The IT Procurement Specialist focuses on the execution of procurement activities, including the administration and oversight of the IT procurement process as well as tactical interactions with suppliers, contract negotiations, asset management processes and supplier governance activities, including measuring and monitoring supplier contracts and renegotiating contracts when necessary. Tracks and enforces service level and operating level agreements (SLAs and OLAs) in standard master services agreements. Maintains an “approved supplier list” and evaluates suppliers when needed to determine sourcing options. Has broad discretion in making tactical decisions and contributes to strategic decision making process. Decisions and achievement of results generally has a significant impact on the group’s overall success. Expected to propose innovative, high-impact changes in processes or strategies. This position is temporary and ends on 6/30/2011.

CORE SKILLS:

a. Excellent understanding of supplier management and asset management principles

b. Experience conducting strategic sourcing projects (RFx) for all IT related commodities

c. Ability to negotiate supplier agreements – commercial as well as non-commercial terms

d. Ability to develop and implement supplier metrics that improve quality, costs and benefits

e. Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills

f. Good time management skills and multi-tasking ability

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

a. Bachelor’s Degree (Required) in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

b. Graduate Degree (Preferred)

c. CPSM or CPM (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

a. 5 or more years of work experience in Fortune 500 companies in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier management, Asset management and/or IT procurement areas

b. 7+ years of work experience

6. TERM:

a. The contract shall be in effect until 6/30/2011. The services outlined will commence immediately after completion of negotiations and award of contract.

b. Client reserves the right to extend the contract for additional time, subject to the mutual agreement between client and the supplier.

If you have this experience, feel you are a fit for this position, and are interested, please answer the questions below:

1) Do you have an updated Word copy of your resume?

2) What is your availability to start?

3) Are you open to a direct-hire position?

4) What is your current salary or pay rate?

5) Are you currently eligible to work for any employer in the US?

6) When is the best time to contact you and what # can you be reached at for this opportunity?

Regards,

Mike Hanes
ProVisionTech

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