Sr. IT Procurement Specialist

Overview

Salary Range: $77,920-$129,434

Lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of Information Technology procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, and related financial-control activities. Independently manage complex purchases of hardware, software, services, and contractor resources; provide analytical guidance and day-to-day functional direction to stakeholders and procurement support resources; and serve as the primary liaison among IT, Accounting, Finance, Accounts Payable, vendors, and internal customers. Drive cost optimization, supplier performance, contract and renewal governance, process standardization, asset lifecycle support, and accurate, timely invoice processing while ensuring compliance with corporate policies, procurement standards, contractual obligations, and audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end IT procurement and strategic sourcing activities for hardware, software, cloud services, professional services, and contractor resources, including RFPs, vendor evaluations, commercial negotiations, supplier selection, and award recommendations in partnership with IT, Legal, Finance, and business owners.
• Develop and execute category, supplier, and sourcing strategies that align with organizational technology and financial objectives.
• Lead vendor governance and technology contract administration activities, including performance reviews, service-level monitoring, review of commercial terms, contract compliance, renewal strategies, issue escalation, risk identification, and corrective-action follow-up.
• Develop total cost of ownership analyses, pricing benchmarks, spend forecasts, and business cases to support sourcing and investment decisions.
• Identify, quantify, and track sourcing savings, cost-avoidance opportunities, and vendor-spend optimization initiatives; report results and recommendations to leadership.
• Lead cross-functional procurement initiatives and complex sourcing workstreams; establish priorities, coordinate deliverables, influence stakeholder decisions, and provide functional guidance to procurement support resources and business partners.
• Lead process-improvement initiatives that standardize procedures, strengthen controls, reduce cycle time, improve data quality, and increase customer service effectiveness.
• Design and maintain procurement, vendor, asset, savings, and financial reporting; identify trends and present actionable recommendations to management.
• Oversee purchase orders, receiving, invoice reconciliation, accrual support, capitalization inputs, and payment exceptions to strengthen financial accuracy and controls.
• Provide oversight of IT asset inventory and lifecycle activities, including hardware refreshes, software licensing, and inventory audits.
• Own procurement intake and workflow management through ServiceNow, monitor service levels, resolve escalations, and communicate status to customers and leadership.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource for IT procurement policies, sourcing practices, contracts, financial controls, and audit readiness.
• Provide backup coverage for critical procurement and financial processes and perform other lead-level projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, Logistics, or a related field.
• 3 to 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in IT procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, vendor management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience independently leading complex sourcing initiatives and supplier engagements.
• Advanced knowledge of procurement processes, purchase order management, invoice processing, contract administration, vendor governance, financial controls, audit requirements, risk management, and compliance practices.
• Strong commercial negotiation, conflict resolution, stakeholder management, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with ERP, procurement, and workflow platforms such as D365, Chrome River, SAP, and ServiceNow, along with advanced data-analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to review commercial and contractual terms, negotiate technology licensing and services, and develop Total Cost of Ownership analyses and business recommendations.
• Understanding of IT hardware, software, cloud services, licensing, contractor services, and asset lifecycle management principles.
• Proven ability to lead through influence, manage stakeholder relationships, set priorities, guide others, resolve escalations, and drive work to completion without direct supervisory authority.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Office/Hybrid –Working Conditions
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels (phones, printers, conversations).
• Involves prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and frequent use of computers and office equipment.
• Regular use of hands and fingers, including, but not limited to, typing, filing, frequent keyboarding, mouse clicking and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting or moving of office supplies or equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Requires strong analytical, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and compose clear written and verbal communications.
• Visual acuity required for tasks including, but not limited to, computer work, document review, and data analysis.
• Must maintain strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and independent work habits.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and effective professional communication with colleagues and customers.
• Must be able to work as part of a functional team including working in an office on a Hybrid Schedule as required by company policy

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Standard 10 days PTO
• Eligible for bonus plan
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Eligble for OT pay if applicable
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

www.yusen-logistics.com/

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Los Angeles County Only: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.