IT Procurement Manager

6 months ago


Waterloo, Canada Hollingsgate Workforce solutions Full time

**IT Procurement Manager**

**Recruiting Company**: Hollingsgate Recruitment
**Client**: A Premier Managed IT Services Provider
**Location**: Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ontario
**Employment Type**: Full-Time, Onsite

**Salary**:75-80K

**About the Client**:
Our client, a leader in the Managed IT Services industry within the GTA, specializes in providing tailored technology solutions that drive business growth, enhance operational efficiency, and bolster security across various sectors. Renowned for their innovation and excellence, they are a benchmark for quality IT support and services.

**Position Overview**:
**Responsibilities**:

- Act as the go-to advisor for managed service clients on all IT procurement matters, crafting customized solutions through comprehensive consultations.
- Produce and dispatch 100-120 precise quotes monthly for IT hardware and software, balancing competitive pricing with the managed service provider's fiscal objectives.
- Stay informed on the latest IT market developments to source the most effective and economical procurement options, fine-tuning acquisition tactics for maximum client benefit.
- Forge and maintain strategic partnerships with vendors to negotiate the best terms and prices, utilizing these alliances to enhance client projects and contribute to the managed service provider's success.
- Collaborate closely with the sales and IT design teams to ensure procurement plans are perfectly synced with client projects and demands, confirming that every solution adheres to the clients' specific needs.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or relevant field, with a solid grasp of IT procurement.
- At least 3 years in IT procurement, with a focus on client-facing roles and quality control of quotes and requirements.
- Deep understanding of the latest IT hardware and software, with an ability to assess and recommend technology solutions.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong emphasis on customer service.
- Ability to manage multiple client requests simultaneously under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
- Demonstrated skill in maintaining procurement processes that ensure efficiency and standardization across client accounts.

**Why Join?**
- Attractive compensation package including comprehensive benefits.
- Be part of an innovative team in a cutting-edge technology landscape.
- Opportunities for growth and development in a company that values innovation and client satisfaction.
- Work in a supportive team environment where every member’s contribution towards client success is valued.

**Application Process**:
**Salary**: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience with IT procurement?

Do you have experience with vendor relations?

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 3 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Waterloo, ON (required)

Work Location: In person


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