We are seeking an experienced IS Sourcing & Procurement Specialist (m/f/d) who will be responsible for the end-to-end strategy across our critical IT categories (Software, SaaS, IT Services, Infrastructure, and Telecommunications).
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- aarau, aargau
- temporary
- job categoryinformation technology
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Key Responsibilities:
What you will bring:
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show more- Lead end-to-end IS Sourcing activities for assigned requests, ensuring alignment with business needs and sourcing policies.
- Define and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies across multiple IS categories: (IT Services, Software & SaaS, Infrastructure & Hardware, Telecommunications and Print Services)
- Manage sourcing events from requirement gathering through to contract finalization.
- Lead commercial and legal negotiations for IS sourcing contracts typically ranging from $25K to $500K.
- Execute RFQs/RFPs and negotiate contracts up to $2M.
- Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation for allocated contracts.
- Facilitate contract lifecycle activities including change requests, amendments, renewals, and terminations.
- Maintain accurate documentation and metadata in the contract management system.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts (Legal, Tax, Security, Data Protection, Finance, AI).
- Lead meetings and negotiations with stakeholders & vendors.
What you will bring:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in IS Sourcing, Procurement
- Proven track record in commercial and legal negotiations, especially with large IT suppliers.
- Strong understanding of contracting processes and IT sourcing categories
- Experience working within European markets is highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, IT, or related field.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional European languages are a plus.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical thinking, decision-making ability, and strategic mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a global, matrixed organization.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work in a dynamic, changing environment.
We thank you for your application.
We are seeking an experienced IS Sourcing & Procurement Specialist (m/f/d) who will be responsible for the end-to-end strategy across our critical IT categories (Software, SaaS, IT Services, Infrastructure, and Telecommunications).
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end IS Sourcing activities for assigned requests, ensuring alignment with business needs and sourcing policies.
- Define and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies across multiple IS categories: (IT Services, Software & SaaS, Infrastructure & Hardware, Telecommunications and Print Services)
- Manage sourcing events from requirement gathering through to contract finalization.
- Lead commercial and legal negotiations for IS sourcing contracts typically ranging from $25K to $500K.
- Execute RFQs/RFPs and negotiate contracts up to $2M.
- Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation for allocated contracts.
- Facilitate contract lifecycle activities including change requests, amendments, renewals, and terminations.
- Maintain accurate documentation and metadata in the contract management system.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts (Legal, Tax, Security, Data Protection, Finance, AI).
- Lead meetings and negotiations with stakeholders & vendors.
What you will bring:
We thank you for your application.
show more- Minimum 5 years of experience in IS Sourcing, Procurement
- Proven track record in commercial and legal negotiations, especially with large IT suppliers.
- Strong understanding of contracting processes and IT sourcing categories
- Experience working within European markets is highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, IT, or related field.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional European languages are a plus.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical thinking, decision-making ability, and strategic mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a global, matrixed organization.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work in a dynamic, changing environment.
We thank you for your application.
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