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IT Purchasing Specialist
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
IT Purchasing Specialist
AST SpaceMobile
• Manage procurement processes for IT equipment, software licenses, and related services • Process purchase requests and ensure timely, accurate order fulfillment and delivery • Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with external vendors and suppliers • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements to achieve cost efficiencies • Monitor procurement budgets and track expenditures to ensure alignment with financial guidelines • Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or service levels • Ensure all purchasing activities comply with internal policies and applicable regulations • Maintain accurate documentation of purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and vendor records • Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, finance, and other internal teams to support asset lifecycle and inventory management • Conduct market research to stay informed on technology trends, pricing, and vendor options • Track and manage software license usage, renewals, and compliance requirements
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in IT procurement, purchasing, or a related field
- Experience working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment
- Familiarity with IT asset lifecycle management practices
- Exposure to vendor contract negotiations and supplier performance management
- Understanding of software licensing models and compliance considerations
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain vendor relationships
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in procurement documentation and processes
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Benefits
- This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands
- AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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