IT Procurement Manager

Overview

Lead strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives across a broad range of technology spend categories, partnering with business stakeholders, Category Leads, Finance, Legal, and Information Security.

What you'll do

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including requirements gathering, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies using competitive RFx processes, eRFx tools, and e-Auctions.
• Analyze spend data, contracts, budgets, and market trends to identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and Category Leads to understand procurement requirements and develop sourcing pipelines.
• Create and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives and organizational priorities.
• Negotiate complex supplier agreements and manage contract execution across multiple geographies.
• Drive supplier performance management and procurement compliance initiatives.
• Support procurement systems and operational strategies to improve efficiency and business outcomes.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and Information Security teams on contract drafting, risk mitigation, and negotiations.
• Resolve complex procurement issues and provide strategic guidance to stakeholders.
• Develop sourcing collateral, including business cases, contract summaries, and RFx documentation.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement Operations, or Program Management.
• Strong experience managing end-to-end sourcing engagements and supplier negotiations.
• Expertise in IT Procurement and technology-related spend categories.
• Experience negotiating and managing contracts valued at $1M+ across multiple geographies.
• Strong understanding of sourcing methodologies, procurement processes, and contract management.
• Ability to analyze spend patterns, contracts, supplier performance, and market trends to drive sourcing strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with Source-to-Pay platforms such as Ariba and/or Fieldglass.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience developing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Total Value Optimization (TVO) models.
• Knowledge of procurement regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
• Advanced sourcing strategy, deal architecture, and negotiation expertise.
• Experience working within global or multi-regional procurement organizations.
• Ability to assess sourcing marketplace trends and incorporate market intelligence into procurement strategies.
• Experience influencing senior business leaders and managing executive stakeholder relationships.
• Proven track record of driving procurement transformation, process improvements, and operational excellence initiatives.

Details

• Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India (Bengaluru).
• Hybrid work model: 2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role.