IT Procurement

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end IT procurement and sourcing activities, including RFP/RFQ processes, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and supplier selection.
• Partner with IT, business, finance, and project stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, manage approvals, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Drive vendor management initiatives, including onboarding, performance reviews, relationship management, and risk assessments.
• Analyze procurement spend, identify cost-saving opportunities, and deliver procurement insights and reporting to senior management.
• Negotiate commercial and contractual terms to achieve optimal value while meeting business, technical, and legal requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes, governance, and policy compliance across the organization.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and provide effective procurement solutions.

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in IT procurement, strategic sourcing, and vendor management, preferably within financial services, insurance, or related industries.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end RFP/RFQ processes and large-scale technology sourcing projects.
• Strong knowledge of IT procurement categories, including hardware, software, telecom, cloud, and professional services.
• Solid vendor negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Good understanding of procurement best practices, governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in spend analysis, cost optimization, and procurement reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other procurement-related tools.
• Excellent communication, project management, and relationship-building skills.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Computer Science, or a related discipline; CIPS or relevant procurement certifications are advantageous.