IT Purchasing Manager

Procurement Specialist

This is a fully remote role, offering flexibility and the ability to work from any location Monday through Friday 8am-5pm (CST preferably).

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.

5-8 years of experience in technology sourcing or procurement, with a focus on vendor relations and contract management.

Familiarity with compliance regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA.

Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.

Experience with sourcing platforms such as Ariba or Coupa.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities :

Design and execute sourcing plans that support the company's technology roadmap and strategic objectives.

Perform vendor landscape assessments to identify optimal technology providers and solutions.

Partner with IT teams to define requirements and build sourcing roadmaps.

Build and sustain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Lead negotiations for service agreements and contracts, ensuring alignment with business needs and compliance standards.

Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to contractual terms.

Oversee the full lifecycle of technology contracts, from initiation to renewal.

Ensure adherence to data protection and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Work closely with legal and compliance teams to validate contract language and risk exposure.

Manage sourcing events including RFIs, RFPs, and vendor selection processes.

Maintain organized records of sourcing activities, contracts, and savings documentation.

Coordinate with finance teams to ensure timely and accurate payment processing.

Digitally archive contract documents and sourcing records.

Serve as a strategic advisor to IT leadership, project teams, and end-users on sourcing matters.

Provide updates and insights on sourcing progress and vendor performance.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type :

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.