Analyst, Technology Procurement

Job Description

YOUR ROLE
This position supports the strategic and operational procurement activities for Technology and Professional Services categories, including SaaS, software/hardware renewals, IT maintenance, and external labor and managed services. The Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring accurate requirements validation, contract compliance, stakeholder communication, focuses on ensuring continuity of service by maintaining proactive communication with vendors, resolving issues related to payments, purchase orders, and service delivery, and ensuring alignment with internal teams (finance, legal, sourcing, stakeholders). This role contributes directly to cost control, renewal optimization, and procurement governance across global teams (US, LATAM, EMEA).
YOUR ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
Procurement Analysis & Intake Validation
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES
Thoroughly review all internal requirements before processing any purchase request, including approvals, clear business justifications, correct cost center or project codes, and proper
documentation.
Validate technical and commercial aspects of the request, and challenge
stakeholders when requirements are unclear or incomplete.
Ensure alignment with category strategy, contract terms, and renewal timelines.
Analyze quotes, recurring cost structures, and identify potential savings
opportunities.
Contract Management.
Maintain listing of 3rd Party Contractors and Expiration dates.
Work with resource managers to confirm whether extensions are required.
Coordinate extension paperwork with sourcing group.
Review all newly submitted and existing contracts to verify key terms such as
start/end dates, exit clauses, and financial commitments.
Collaborate closely with the Sourcing team and the vendor to ensure timely and
correct release or renewal of contracts.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication / Process Optimization &
Reporting.
Communicate effectively with multicultural teams (US, LATAM, EMEA).
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPETIENCE
3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or contract management.
Experience working in global and multicultural environments.
Contract review and vendor negotiation exposure preferred.
General Procure 2 Pay process knowledge.
High sense of ownership, urgency, and adaptability to shifting priorities.
Excellent communication in English (written and spoken) – clear, concise, and proactive.
Stakeholder management mindset and customer service orientation.
Proficiency in procurement tools and systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, WSS, Excel).
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
2 - 4 years experience with supplier management.
1 - 3 years experience with IT.
Solid oral, written, presentation, interpersonal and meeting coordination skills
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
Ability to interpret contracts, understand procurement policies, and flag risk
Hands-on experience with IT categories (SaaS, software, hardware, support)

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