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Networking Hardware Procurement Professional
Location
Maine + 4 moreAll locations: Maine | Maryland | Massachusetts | Michigan | Texas
Posted
108 days ago
Salary
$93.4K - $124.5K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Networking Hardware Procurement Professional
Iron Mountain
• Develop, implement, and lead category plans to drive cost savings and long-term value creation across all relevant networking hardware and telecommunications technology categories. • Partner with IT Architecture teams to understand the long-term networking hardware roadmap, ensuring category plans support future technology needs, innovation, and scalability. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Legal, Finance, senior executives) and key technology suppliers to ensure category plans are aligned with business needs. • Cultivate and manage relationships with key vendors and suppliers, leading complex negotiations to secure favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts. • Identify, assess, and mitigate all technology category risks, including supply chain disruptions, vendor compliance, and adherence to organizational policies and regulations.
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in technology sourcing or a related strategic sourcing field.
- Deep knowledge of networking hardware and infrastructure components, with broad knowledge of the hardware supply chain, logistics, and relevant market dynamics.
- Proven ability to lead complex contract negotiations, drive unit cost reduction, and lead deals from start to finish.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- CPSM or other related industry certification.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the experience.
- Flexible work options/alternative work options to support work–life balance.
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
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