IT Sourcing Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Memphis, TN, US • Posted 3 days ago • Updated 8 hours ago

NexTech Solutions
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Job Details
Skills
- Due Diligence
- Optimization
- Evaluation
- Vendor Development
- Collaboration
- Legal
- Regulatory Compliance
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Finance
- Pricing
- Budget
- Vendor Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Request For Proposal
- Negotiations
- Communication
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Performance Management
Summary
Job Title: IT Sourcing Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Memphis, TN or Remote
Overview
We are seeking an experienced IT Sourcing Subject Matter Expert to support enterprise-level technology sourcing initiatives. This role focuses on leading complex sourcing events, contract negotiations, and supplier governance activities while partnering closely with business and IT stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in IT contract negotiation and redlining, along with a strategic mindset for optimizing supplier value and minimizing risk.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as an IT sourcing subject matter expert, supporting planning, due diligence, contract negotiations, and governance activities for technology-related spend
Conduct spend analysis to identify cost optimization and value creation opportunities
Lead and support complex sourcing events, including RFP development, evaluation, and vendor selection
Negotiate technology contracts and collaborate with legal partners to finalize terms and execution
Ensure compliance with corporate contracting standards, policies, and governance processes
Act as the primary sourcing point of contact for assigned business units
Establish and maintain effective supplier relationship management practices focused on continuous improvement
Monitor supplier financial and market performance, identify potential risks, and support mitigation planning
Regularly review active contracts to ensure pricing models, usage, and service levels remain current and optimized
Partner with internal subject matter experts to gather and assess business requirements
Maintain strict confidentiality related to sourcing data, budgets, and contract terms
Required Qualifications
3+ years of experience in IT sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or strategic sourcing
Demonstrated experience supporting complex sourcing initiatives, RFP processes, and contract negotiations
Strong background working with IT vendors and technology-related contracts
Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex contract and policy details to diverse stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting enterprise-level sourcing or procurement transformation initiatives
Familiarity with supplier governance models and supplier performance management
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a current resume for confidential consideration. Qualified applicants will be contacted to discuss next steps.
- Dice Id: 10108140
- Position Id: 9217
- Posted 3 days ago
Company Info
NexTech Solutions is a staffing solutions firm that specializes in the placement of contract and permanent employees within the Technology and Accounting/Finance arenas. Headquartered in Germantown, TN with offices in Philadelphia, PA and Baton Rouge, LA, NexTech has been chosen to recruit by some of the largest corporations in the country. Since 1999 we have forged a reputation for delivering value added staffing services to many Fortune 500 companies as well as many large and small public and privately owned companies. Our staff has over 80 years of combined experience in the industry and has been instrumental in the successful placement and management of thousands of information technology and financial consultants.


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