IT Procurement Specialist

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IT Procurement Specialist

2 Days Onsite in Taylor, TX

IT RFP & Sourcing Leadership

Lead end-to-end RFP/RFQ processes for complex IT procurements including enterprise software, SaaS platforms, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, managed services, and professional IT services

Develop comprehensive RFP documentation including scope of work, technical requirements, evaluation criteria, SLAs, and KPIs in collaboration with IT stakeholders and legal counsel

Manage full competitive sourcing lifecycle: requirements gathering, RFP issuance, Q&A management, vendor response evaluation, down-selection, and contract award recommendation

Facilitate cross-functional evaluation teams across IT, legal, finance, security, and business units to assess vendor proposals against technical and commercial criteria

Conduct detailed total cost of ownership (TCO) and economic analyses to support sourcing decisions and executive-level recommendations

Contract Negotiation & Execution

Lead complex IT contract negotiations independently, including software license agreements, SaaS subscriptions, cloud service agreements, professional services agreements, and maintenance & support contracts

Draft and negotiate SLAs, KPIs, data security provisions, IP ownership clauses, and terms & conditions in coordination with legal counsel and IT security teams

Prepare executive-level presentations summarizing negotiation strategies, vendor comparisons, risk assessments, and contract award recommendations

Manage contract execution through signature and transition to contract administration, ensuring all documentation is complete and archived

Vendor & Supplier Management

Build and manage relationships with IT vendors and system integrators, including structured vendor performance reviews (QBRs) coordination.

Identify and qualify new IT vendors through competitive reviews, financial analysis, security assessments, and reference checks

Monitor contracted IT suppliers for SLA adherence, issue escalation, and corrective action management

Actively drive cost reduction and value optimization initiatives across the IT supplier portfolio

Support ERCOT s Vendor Qualification process for IT vendors in collaboration with IT security, legal, credit, and business owners

Operational Procurement Support

Manage a portfolio of IT contracts and purchases in excess of $20MM annually

Serve as day-to-day procurement point of contact for IT business units, triaging sourcing requests and advising on procurement pathways and contract strategy

Review and approve requisitions in the ERP system to ensure required documentation is present and compliant

Maintain timely and accurate updates to contract databases reflecting the status of all active IT contract requests

Coordinate with IT project managers to develop statements of work that clearly define scope, deliverables, acceptance criteria, and vendor obligations

Generate procurement reports and dashboards as requested by IT leadership and procurement management

Help coordinate with internal customers during all stages of RFQ/RFP development including scheduling and facilitating vendor meetings

Quality & Compliance

Serve as a quality assurance resource for IT procurement documents, ensuring consistency, completeness, and compliance with ERCOT policies

Maintain comprehensive procurement records in accordance with ERCOT s records management requirements

Respond to executive inquiries and ad hoc reporting requests related to IT sourcing activity

Maintain current knowledge of IT market trends, vendor landscape, licensing models (perpetual, subscription, consumption-based), and industry best practices

Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration

Proactively identify and navigate competing priorities across ERCOT business domains (IT, legal, finance, operations, compliance), facilitating alignment and constructive resolution when stakeholder needs or timelines conflict

Communicate clearly, professionally, and tactfully with stakeholders across all levels of ERCOT from project managers and IT architects to department directors and executive leadership adapting communication style to suit the audience and context

Serve as a trusted procurement advisor to IT business partners, providing timely guidance on sourcing strategies, contract risks, and vendor options in a manner that supports informed decision-making without creating unnecessary friction

Manage stakeholder expectations throughout the full procurement lifecycle, providing regular status updates, escalating issues appropriately, and maintaining a solutions-oriented approach when challenges arise

Facilitate cross-functional meetings and working sessions with diplomacy, ensuring all stakeholder voices are heard while keeping procurement timelines on track

Draft and deliver clear, concise written communications including procurement status reports, executive summaries, vendor evaluations, and contract award recommendations tailored for both technical and non-technical audiences

Build and sustain positive working relationships with internal ERCOT customers, vendors, and cross-domain partners, fostering a collaborative environment that supports procurement efficiency and shared accountability

Experience

Minimum 5 years of hands-on procurement experience with a strong focus on complex IT sourcing, RFP management, and technology contract negotiation

Demonstrated track record managing large-scale IT RFPs (enterprise software, SaaS, cloud, managed services, cybersecurity)

Experience managing IT procurement portfolios of $20MM+ annually

Proven ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and tactfully across diverse organizational domains and stakeholder levels, with a track record of successfully navigating competing priorities and building cross-functional alignment

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without authority, foster collaboration, and maintain positive relationships even in high-pressure or contested situations

Technical Knowledge

Deep understanding of IT commercial and licensing models: SaaS, perpetual, subscription, consumption-based, and hybrid

Familiarity with IT contract constructs including software license agreements, cloud service agreements (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform), professional services agreements, and managed services contracts

Working knowledge of data security, privacy, and compliance requirements as they apply to IT vendor contracts (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, etc.)

Proficiency in ERP procurement systems and contract management platforms

Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel and related spreadsheet tools for cost modeling and analysis

Understanding of NERC CIP-013 and CIP-004 requirements are preferred

Bachelor s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain/Purchasing Management, Information Technology, or a related field (Required)

A combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is acceptable.

Warm Regards
Neil Davis I Team Lead

Agile Global Solutions, Inc ....."Empowering Enterprises"

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