IT Sourcing Manager
Location: Memphis
Job Type: Contract
Company: Nextech
Category: Job 5143: IT Sourcing Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Job Description Apply Now
IT Sourcing Manager positions are essential for organizations aiming to optimize their technology procurement and vendor management processes. As an IT Sourcing Manager, you will play a critical role in guiding the enterprise through the complexities of sourcing, negotiating, and managing technology-related contracts. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in IT procurement, vendor management, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Working as an IT Sourcing Manager offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, legal professionals, and technology leaders, to ensure that procurement activities align with organizational goals and maximize value. The position focuses on leading the full lifecycle of strategic sourcing initiatives, from initial planning and due diligence to contract execution and ongoing supplier governance. Your expertise will help organizations drive cost efficiencies, mitigate risks, and foster productive supplier relationships.
The IT Sourcing Manager position is well-suited for individuals who excel at contract negotiation and vendor management, and who can navigate complex sourcing events, such as Requests for Proposal (RFPs), vendor evaluations, and supplier selections. You will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies, conducting spend analysis, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and standards. Building and maintaining strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external technology vendors is critical to your success in this role.
In addition to managing supplier agreements and optimizing contract terms, the IT Sourcing Manager monitors supplier performance, financial health, and market trends to identify risks and opportunities. This proactive approach supports the development of mitigation strategies and continuous improvement in supplier performance, service quality, and sourcing processes. Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding budgets, contract terms, and sensitive business information is essential.
This position provides a dynamic and challenging environment where your analytical, organizational, and communication skills will be highly valued. The role involves collaborating with subject matter experts across various business units and supporting enterprise-level procurement transformation initiatives. If you are passionate about IT sourcing and vendor management, and you have a proven track record of leading successful sourcing initiatives, this could be the next step in your career.
Working in Coppell, TX, Memphis, TN, or remotely allows for flexibility and access to thriving business communities. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative workplace where professionals from diverse backgrounds can excel and contribute to strategic sourcing excellence. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume through the job application portal for confidential consideration. The hiring team will contact qualified candidates to discuss the opportunity in greater detail.
IT Sourcing Manager - Summary- Lead enterprise-level IT sourcing and procurement initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize procurement value
- Negotiate and manage technology contracts and vendor relationships
- Drive process improvements and cost optimization strategies
- Lead strategic IT sourcing initiatives from planning to execution and ongoing supplier governance
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize cost, value, and supplier performance
- Manage complex sourcing events, including RFP development, vendor evaluations, and supplier selection
- Conduct thorough spend analysis to identify savings and optimization opportunities
- Negotiate technology contracts, including redlining and commercial terms, in collaboration with legal teams
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contracting standards
- Act as a primary sourcing advisor for assigned business units
- Build and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors and internal stakeholders
- Monitor supplier financial health, performance, and market trends to proactively address risks
- Review and optimize existing supplier agreements for pricing, service levels, and value
- Partner with subject matter experts to gather requirements and support sourcing initiatives
- Maintain confidentiality regarding budgets, contracts, and sensitive business data
- Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance and sourcing processes
- Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits available to employees
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- Minimum 3 years of experience in IT sourcing, strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management
- Proven experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and managing RFP processes
- Expertise in IT contract negotiation, including contract redlining
- Experience with technology vendor agreements and supplier management
- Strong understanding of sourcing methodologies and procurement best practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively with business, legal, and cross-functional teams
- Experience analyzing supplier performance and sourcing opportunities
- Experienced IT sourcing or procurement professional
- Demonstrated ability to lead strategic sourcing and contract negotiation
- Skilled at managing vendor relationships and optimizing supplier performance
- Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
- Analytical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset
- Experience with enterprise-level procurement transformation initiatives is a plus
- Knowledge of supplier governance and relationship management programs is desirable
- Familiarity with technology procurement and vendor management practices will be valued
- Strict confidentiality in handling sensitive business information is required
- Third-party agencies: Unsolicited submissions will not be accepted for this role
If you are ready to take on the challenges and rewards of an IT Sourcing Manager role, click the job application button to submit your resume and begin your journey toward joining a forward-thinking sourcing team.