Hillview Consulting Solutions

Lead IT category sourcing strategies, vendor negotiations, and procurement operations to deliver cost savings and compliance. | Requires 5-10 years IT procurement/category management experience, strong negotiation and contract skills, ERP and sourcing tool proficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. | Category Manager- IT Procurement Specialist The Woodlands TX 77380 12 Months Contract Interview- Video+ Onsite Payrate- $60- $70/hr on W2 Possible job Titles: IT Category Manager Technology Category Manager IT Procurement Manager IT Sourcing Manager Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT Technology Procurement Manager Senior IT Procurement Specialist IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist IT Vendor Manager Technology Sourcing Manager Essential Duties and Responsibilities IT Procurement Focus Develop and manage strategic relationships with key IT suppliers, software vendors, and service providers to foster effective partnerships and ensure optimal value delivery. Lead the development and execution of IT Category Strategies, including sourcing hardware, software, cloud services, and IT consulting; manage RFP/RFI processes; evaluate bids; and negotiate contracts in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Create and implement negotiation strategies for IT purchases, ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders and compliance with IT governance and cybersecurity standards. Procure IT goods and services across assigned categories, ensuring quality, reliability, and alignment with business needs and technology roadmaps. Monitor and expedite IT order documentation and deliveries to meet project timelines and operational requirements. Utilize SAP and other procurement systems to manage IT supplier agreements, pricing, and analytics; ensure accurate and timely data entry and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders in IT, Cybersecurity, Finance, and Operations to align procurement activities with strategic initiatives and budgetary goals. Support IT procurement operations including bid tab creation, PO/proposal tracking, supplier onboarding, and contract lifecycle management. Deliver cost savings, risk mitigation, and value creation aligned with IT Procurement KPIs and organizational goals. Skills Expertise in IT Category Management including sourcing strategies for hardware, software, SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and managed services. Experience developing Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Software Licensing Agreements, and Statements of Work (SOWs) with strategic IT vendors. Strong understanding of IT supplier relationship management, vendor risk assessment, and compliance (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2, ISO 27001). Excellent communication and analytical skills to collaborate with IT, Cybersecurity, Finance, and Legal teams. Ability to manage multiple IT procurement projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in business analysis, market research, cost modeling, and supplier performance metrics specific to IT categories. Strong project management and problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving complex IT sourcing challenges. Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across technical and non-technical teams. High attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting accuracy. Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, SAP S4/HANA, and Source-to-Contract platforms (e.g., Ariba, GEP, Coupa). Education and/or Experience Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent experience in IT procurement within a corporate or manufacturing environment. 5-10 years of experience in IT procurement or category management, preferably in industries with complex technology needs (e.g., manufacturing, petrochemicals, utilities). Proven experience sourcing and managing IT categories such as: - Enterprise software and licensing - Cloud services and infrastructure - Network equipment and cybersecurity solutions - IT consulting and professional services Experience with ERP systems (SAP S4/HANA or equivalent) and Source-to-Contract tools. Familiarity with IT governance, data privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements. Competencies IT Category Management Functional / Technical Skills Strategic Thinking Vendor Negotiation Contract Management Time Management Problem Solving Cross-Functional Collaboration Process Optimization Communication & Presentation Skills Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement

Lead IT procurement category strategies, vendor management, contract negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cost savings and compliance. | Requires 5-10 years IT procurement/category management experience, strong vendor negotiation, contract management, and proficiency with ERP and procurement tools. | Category Manager- IT Procurement Specialist The Woodlands TX 77380 12 Months Contract Interview- Video+ Onsite Payrate- $60- $70/hr on W2 Possible job Titles: IT Category Manager Technology Category Manager IT Procurement Manager IT Sourcing Manager Strategic Sourcing Manager – IT Technology Procurement Manager Senior IT Procurement Specialist IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist IT Vendor Manager Technology Sourcing Manager Essential Duties and Responsibilities IT Procurement Focus Develop and manage strategic relationships with key IT suppliers, software vendors, and service providers to foster effective partnerships and ensure optimal value delivery. Lead the development and execution of IT Category Strategies, including sourcing hardware, software, cloud services, and IT consulting; manage RFP/RFI processes; evaluate bids; and negotiate contracts in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Create and implement negotiation strategies for IT purchases, ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders and compliance with IT governance and cybersecurity standards. Procure IT goods and services across assigned categories, ensuring quality, reliability, and alignment with business needs and technology roadmaps. Monitor and expedite IT order documentation and deliveries to meet project timelines and operational requirements. Utilize SAP and other procurement systems to manage IT supplier agreements, pricing, and analytics; ensure accurate and timely data entry and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders in IT, Cybersecurity, Finance, and Operations to align procurement activities with strategic initiatives and budgetary goals. Support IT procurement operations including bid tab creation, PO/proposal tracking, supplier onboarding, and contract lifecycle management. Deliver cost savings, risk mitigation, and value creation aligned with IT Procurement KPIs and organizational goals. Skills Expertise in IT Category Management including sourcing strategies for hardware, software, SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and managed services. Experience developing Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Software Licensing Agreements, and Statements of Work (SOWs) with strategic IT vendors. Strong understanding of IT supplier relationship management, vendor risk assessment, and compliance (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2, ISO 27001). Excellent communication and analytical skills to collaborate with IT, Cybersecurity, Finance, and Legal teams. Ability to manage multiple IT procurement projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in business analysis, market research, cost modeling, and supplier performance metrics specific to IT categories. Strong project management and problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving complex IT sourcing challenges. Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across technical and non-technical teams. High attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting accuracy. Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, SAP S4/HANA, and Source-to-Contract platforms (e.g., Ariba, GEP, Coupa). Education and/or Experience Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent experience in IT procurement within a corporate or manufacturing environment. 5-10 years of experience in IT procurement or category management, preferably in industries with complex technology needs (e.g., manufacturing, petrochemicals, utilities). Proven experience sourcing and managing IT categories such as: - Enterprise software and licensing - Cloud services and infrastructure - Network equipment and cybersecurity solutions - IT consulting and professional services Experience with ERP systems (SAP S4/HANA or equivalent) and Source-to-Contract tools. Familiarity with IT governance, data privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements. Competencies IT Category Management Functional / Technical Skills Strategic Thinking Vendor Negotiation Contract Management Time Management Problem Solving Cross-Functional Collaboration Process Optimization Communication & Presentation Skills Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement

Manage CI/CD tools and processes, drive automation across software development and operations, support and enhance platforms including Kubernetes and Rancher, and provide technical guidance on DevOps practices. | 8-10 years IT experience, strong software development skills in multiple languages, experience with containerization and orchestration tools, CI/CD tools, Linux and Bash scripting, AWS, and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform and Ansible. | Platform / DevOps Engineer Englewood, CO- 80112 3 Month Contract to hire Payrate- $55- 61/hr on W2 Candidates who are open to relocate on their own expenses are also welcome Are you a driven Platform / DevOps Engineer? Are you looking to work with a team of talented professionals who are keenly focused on automating complex business problems and supporting product innovation with technology? If so, you might be our next Platform/DevOps Engineer, where you will work with some of the best in the business using the latest and greatest technologies, to drive automation at all stages of software development, release, operations, and maintenance. Responsibilities Include: • Manage CI and CD tools and processes in various business units. • Drive automation at all stages of software development, release, operations, and maintenance. • Participate in conversations with various teams to brainstorm for new ideas and ways to improve • development delivery. • Research open source technologies to help us solve automation problems. • Provide technical guidance and educate Development teams on CI/CD, Automation toolsets and • Processes. • Manage Devops function and responsibilities for APIGEE platform. • Support and Enhance existing tools, platforms and processes. Ex. Kubernetes, Rancher, Docker, Bash • Scripting, Alfred (AngularJS/PHP) Requirements and Qualifications: • Highly motivated, driven & hard working. • Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management • Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently • Good software development skills, strong analytical abilities, effective problem-solving skills. • Able to stay calm and focused under pressure. • Experience with Containerization & Container Scheduling technologies • o Docker, Rancher, Kubernetes • Working experience with CI / CD Tools & DevOps Culture. • o Gitlab CI, Jenkins, Helm • Knowledge of software development frameworks/Languages • o Spring, Java, GOlang, PHP, Python. • Experience with Linux Operating System and Bash scripting • Bachelor’s degree in CS, engineering, software engineering, or related field. • At least 8-10 years IT Experience • Working experience with AWS. • Experience with infrastructure and configuration as code solutions, including Terraform, Ansible, or cloudinit Desired Skills: • Experience with public cloud service offering (IaaS, PaaS services as well as OCI, Google Cloud etc) • Knowledge with Virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, etc.).