Title - IT Sourcing Manager Job location - Jackson, MI, 49201 (Hybrid, M/T/TH) Pay Rate - $### per hour on W2 Duration - 24 months contract role Shift time - Regular Shift Client Name - ### JOB DESCRIPTION: The IT Sourcing Manager negotiates with suppliers to obtain goods and services at the best prices. They develop strategies for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, quality improvements and process efficiencies to save costs and maximize profitability. This role is crucial for daily operations at Consumers Energy. Complete IT [software, services, telecom, cyber, hardware] non-strategic service and material (equipment) purchase requests by verifying specifications and/or scope of work; determining if a Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ) is needed; administer the (RFI, RFP or RFQ); negotiate cost effective agreements with key suppliers based on our core values of procurement safety/quality/cost/delivery/morale. The Sourcing Manager collaborates with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and legal council to negotiate favorable contractual terms and manage contracts. They work with Supplier Quality and Performance, Strategic Sourcing, and Business Partners to develop suppliers, reduce costs, and improve effectiveness. They also manage relationships with key stakeholders and ensure compliance in procurement transactions. The Sourcing Manager uses appropriate verification techniques to identify cost-saving opportunities and supports continuous improvement goals. Skills: Previous experience in an Information Technology support role. Knowledge of business law, commercial terms and conditions, and related legal issues. Negotiations and competitive process engagement recognizing TCO. IT Contract development and management. Experience in supply chain including 2 years Information Technology services/sourcing, RFx end to end with a focus on SaaS, PaaS and IaaS contracting. Ability to provide guidance to develop and evolve sourcing management processes, develop metrics, and engage suppliers on operational, strategic, and financial issues. The Sourcing Manager is knowledgeable about procurement processes and escalation mechanisms. Demonstrate advanced ability to influence stakeholders, deliver customer service, and resolve issues effectively and efficiently. Creating, analyzing, aligning, and editing Information Technology contracts including supplier paper. Excels in critical thought discipline- fact based measures and observations related to production of rational evaluations/proposals. Knowledge and understanding of the complete procurement cycle, including experience completing Request for Quote (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) packages. Ability to analyze flat files, data, scope and Statements of Work (SOW) to understand key requirements to create, align, and edit sourcing packages and contracts. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, supplier management, negotiation, and analytical skillsets. Proven experience creating, analyzing, negotiating and editing Contracts with Company standards and reflective of business partner interests. Proficiency with MS Office suite including advanced Excel, PowerBI, Service Now, and SAP. Education: Bachelor's degree may be acceptable if accompanied by 4-7 years of relevant Company or industry experience in positions that demonstrate required abilities and performance. Skills needed include knowledge of purchasing and project management software, ability to identify outcomes and handle difficult situations, tenacity and initiative, and demonstrated ability to analyze data and identify key issues.