LawPay

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Job Description: • Develop and manage category strategies and sourcing plans for technology and IT contracts, including software, hardware, SaaS, and technology services. • Lead RFx processes, vendor evaluations, and contract negotiations for IT spend. • Partner with IT, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure end-to-end procurement activities align with business needs and compliance requirements. • Assist in the consolidation of suppliers to unify IT solutions across the business, reduce fragmentation, and streamline vendor management. • Conduct spend and market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and manage supplier risk. • Maintain strong relationships with key technology suppliers and internal stakeholders to support vendor performance and innovation. • Track and analyze market trends, technology innovations, and supplier landscape to inform sourcing strategies. • Support contract lifecycle management, including renewals, license optimization, and service level monitoring. • Maintain procurement records, contract documentation, and savings tracking for audit and reporting purposes. • Track key procurement metrics, including savings, supplier performance, and compliance with sourcing policies. Requirements: • 7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or vendor management, with a focus on IT categories. • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field. • Strong negotiation skills and experience managing contract terms for enterprise software and technology vendors. • Working knowledge of IT concepts such as cloud infrastructure, software licensing, SaaS models, cybersecurity, IT service agreements, etc. • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments. • Experience supporting sourcing strategies and RFx processes in a mid-to-large organization. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. • Workday experience preferred but not mandatory. • Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to improve workflows, enhance decision-making, or drive innovation. Benefits: • Health Insurance Coverage: We offer our 8Team a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to fit your needs, including a 100% company-paid HDHP plan for employees. • Financial perks: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including annual bonuses, equity options and 401(k) or RRSP if in Canada, with a company match for all team members. • Time for what matters: Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, and a parental leave program for our new parents. • Wellness: Wellness stipends, mental health support, and one-on-one nutrition coaching. • Learning and Development: Continuous learning through 8am.edu, leadership programs, professional development funds, and individually focused talent development. • Giving back to the communities around us: Participate in our charitable matching gift program, paid time off for volunteer service, and company-sponsored volunteer events (both local and virtually). • Engagement: Virtual and in-person team-building events, quarterly award recognition through our Rise & Shine Award of Excellence Program, and our peer-to-peer appreciation platform.