IT Sourcing Specialist - Hybrid

Genesis10 is currently seeking an IT Sourcing Specialist for a hybrid position (4 days onsite per week) with a Major Utility Company located in Dallas, TX 75201. This is a 2-3 month contract opportunity. Will be required to be in office 4 days per week and work 1 day from home.

Pay range: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

This role involves supporting technology procurement processes, managing vendor relationships, and driving the sourcing process from bid preparation to contract execution. The ideal candidate will partner with business teams to document requirements, ensure compliance, and lead process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support technology procurement processes, including review of documents, approval routing, and PO processing for technology hardware, software, and services
• Manage relationships with vendors and build relationships with business partner groups
• Draft contract documents as requested (i.e., contract amendments)
• Support the sourcing process from bid preparation to contract execution, partnering with subject matter experts from the business teams to document requirements and ensuring compliance
• Provide assistance and problem solve for the team and stakeholders
• Lead, when required, and participate in process reviews and improvements for sourcing and procurement processes
• Review contract files to ensure documentation is accurate and complete

Requirements:

• Current on-site requirement is four days per week, this is subject to change with notice
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Technology Acumen: advanced proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (especially advanced Excel)
• 4 years of relevant Technology sourcing/procurement experience
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem solving skills
• Experience in developing and managing Technology RFPs or sourcing process with minimal support, start-to-finish, for simple-to-medium complexity projects (to include market research, RFP development, and management of communications and stakeholder involvement, etc)
• Experience evaluating vendor bid responses (quantitatively and qualitatively) and RFP analysis using spreadsheets and/or other tools
• In-depth understanding of best-in-class procurement processes (sourcing, contracting, negotiation etc)
• Knowledge of contract terms and conditions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish relationships with Stakeholders / cross-functional teams to get process buy-in
• Ability to develop and manage IT sourcing project timelines and lead meetings as directed
• Ability to be accurate, responsive, and detail-oriented; multi-task; and follow through
• Ability to be team-oriented as well as work independently, results and quality-driven, positive attitude, and be active with the entire procurement process
• Ability to organize work load efficiently, meet tight timelines, problem solve effectively, and perform duties of the job accurately and with input and follow-up from management
• Ability to work in a very fast paced environment
• Comfortable and effective in interacting with all areas and levels of the organization to drive organizational goals and objectives
• Possess strong customer service and support skills
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities

Desired skills:

• Legal Acumen: strong understanding and proven experience in interpreting and executing complex legal Master Agreements and Service Schedules
• Contracting experience in the areas of "on premise" software licensing, software as a service licensing and technology professional services is preferred
• Solid understanding of a wide array of Technology contract forms including SaaS, Cloud, Software licensing, Hardware maintenance, MNDA, MSA & SOW

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.