IT Procurement (Hardware/Software) - Manager

GovernX Bangalore, India

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Job Title:  Manager – IT Procurement (Software/Hardware)
 
Location: Bangalore/Hybrid - India
Role Type: Individual Contributor
 
Position Summary:
We are hiring a Manager – Procurement (Software/Hardware) to support sourcing, negotiation, and contract execution for IT-related purchases including software licenses, SaaS, hardware, and IT services. This is a hands-on, strategic lead role suited for professionals with 10–14 years of procurement experience focused on smaller to mid-sized agreements and tier 2 suppliers.
You will independently manage procurement projects from intake through contracting, in partnership with IT, legal, and finance stakeholders across the globe.
Core Responsibilities:
  • Lead sourcing for smaller-scale software, SaaS, hardware, and IT services contracts
  • Support strategy development, market research, and supplier identification
  • Prepare and run RFx events (RFPs/RFQs), manage supplier communication, and evaluate proposals
  • Negotiate pricing and commercial terms for tier 2 and lower-complexity agreements
  • Collaborate with legal on contract drafting and compliance reviews
  • Maintain supplier documentation, contracts, and spend tracking in procurement systems
  • Monitor vendor performance and escalate issues as needed
  • Ensure alignment with internal procurement policies and processes
  • Deliver reporting and presentation materials related to sourcing progress and outcomes
Qualifications & Experience:
  • 10–14 years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience, ideally with IT categories (software, hardware, SaaS)
  • Familiarity with IT licensing models (subscription, perpetual, SaaS) and OEM/vendor ecosystems
  • Experience negotiating with smaller or regional technology vendors is a plus
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, IT, or related field required
  • Experience supporting global teams and offshore delivery models preferred
Key Skills:
  • IT procurement and sourcing operations
  • RFP/RFQ creation, analysis, and supplier selection
  • Basic contract negotiation and vendor management
  • Stakeholder coordination and communication
  • MS Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with procurement platforms (Ariba, Coupa, etc.)

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