What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. IT Procurement Specialist position at Mavensoft Technologies, LLC.?
Role: Sr. IT Procurement Specialist
Duration: 5 Months (Contract)
Work location: Remote but must be willing to relocate to one of the following locations:
Key Skills: Procurement & Strategic Sourcing; Software Licensing & SaaS Procurement; IT Hardware Procurement; Supplier Relationship Management & Vendor Management; Contract Negotiation & Contract Management; ERP Procurement Systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa); Spend Analysis & Cost Reduction (TCO Analysis)
Position description:
Email resumes to usjobs@mavensoft.com to apply!
Duration: 5 Months (Contract)
Work location: Remote but must be willing to relocate to one of the following locations:
- El Segundo, CA
- Kent, Washington
- Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral, or Melbourne, FL
Key Skills: Procurement & Strategic Sourcing; Software Licensing & SaaS Procurement; IT Hardware Procurement; Supplier Relationship Management & Vendor Management; Contract Negotiation & Contract Management; ERP Procurement Systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa); Spend Analysis & Cost Reduction (TCO Analysis)
Position description:
- Our client is seeking an experienced Indirect Sales Buyer (Level 2) to join their Procurement Team on a contract basis.
- This role specializes in the sourcing and procurement of software services, IT/ET (Information Technology/Engineering Technology) hardware, and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions.
- The successful candidate will support our client’s mission of building a road to space by ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of indirect goods and services.
- Execute end-to-end procurement activities for software licensing, SaaS subscriptions, IT/ET hardware, and related professional services
- Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve optimal value while managing risk
- Review and interpret software licensing agreements, SaaS contracts, and maintenance/support terms
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Engineering, Finance, Legal) to clarify requirements and ensure alignment on specifications and timelines
- Manage supplier relationships and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, invoicing, and contract performance
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation to support audit and compliance requirements
- Track and report on key metrics such as cost savings, cycle time, and supplier performance
- Support spend analysis and identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and cost reduction
- Ensure compliance with company policies, applicable regulations, and ethical sourcing standards
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
- 3–5 years of procurement/purchasing experience, with demonstrated focus on indirect categories
- Hands-on experience sourcing software services, IT/ET hardware, and/or SaaS solutions
- Working knowledge of software licensing models, SaaS subscription structures, and IT hardware procurement
- Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships
- Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or similar)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Experience in the aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing industries
- Familiarity with procurement compliance requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS) in a government contracting environment
- Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CPM, or equivalent)
- Experience with contract lifecycle management tools
- Understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis for IT/software purchase
Email resumes to usjobs@mavensoft.com to apply!