We’re partnering with a leading industry company to find a talented Procurement Lead to support their dynamic team. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with on-site collaboration, based primarily at home. The position is a temporary engagement lasting approximately 4 to 6 months, providing an excellent opportunity to lead strategic sourcing efforts within a global organization.

Procurement Lead Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies focused on technology categories such as cloud services, enterprise software, and IT consulting.
• Collaborate with IT and business leaders to align procurement plans with technological objectives and project roadmaps.
• Manage high-stakes sourcing events including RFPs and negotiations, securing agreements with major technology vendors.
• Drive cost reduction, process enhancements, and innovative supplier solutions, utilizing market insights and benchmarking.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and key suppliers, fostering strategic partnerships and collaboration.

Procurement Lead Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 8 years of progressive procurement experience with a focus on technology sourcing and supplier management.
• Proven success negotiating with major global technology vendors like AWS, Microsoft, and Salesforce.
• Proficiency with digital procurement platforms, such as Ariba, and experience with e-Sourcing tools.
• Strong knowledge of software licensing, cloud consumption models, and technology contracting frameworks.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.
• Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

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About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

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Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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