IT Procurement Agent

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Juno Beach, FL that is seeking an IT Procurement Agent.

Responsibilities:
* Manage end-to-end IT procurement processes, including requisitioning, sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing
* Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organizational goals
* Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement standards
* Vendor Relations: Identify and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers; Establish and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors; Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers
* Contract Management: Draft, review, and manage IT contracts and agreements; Handle renewal and termination processes for IT contracts
* Budget and Cost Management: Work with the finance department to establish and manage IT procurement budgets; Analyze and report on procurement expenditure to identify cost-saving opportunities; Ensure all purchases are within the allocated budget
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with IT, legal, finance, and other departments to understand and meet procurement needs; Provide regular updates to stakeholders on procurement status and issues; Participate in cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives
* Market Analysis and Research: Conduct market research to stay updated on trends, pricing, and product availability; Evaluate and recommend new products or services to enhance IT capabilities
* Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records, including requisitions, contracts, and invoices; Prepare and present procurement reports to management

REQUIREMENTS:
* Previous software sales experience
* Strong contract negotiations skills
* To be considered for this position, candidates must have experience in a similar role, or they must possess significant knowledge, experience, and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed
* Relevant education and/or training will be considered a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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