IT Procurement Partner (Hybrid)

Experian • Allen, TX

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

Experian is seeking an IT Procurement Partner to join their team in Allen, Texas. This role operates in a hybrid capacity, typically requiring onsite presence up to two days per week. The IT Procurement Partner will be responsible for driving strategic sourcing excellence within the company's technology landscape. This involves partnering with IT and business leaders to develop category strategies, enhance supplier performance, and ensure optimal value and innovation from technology investments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in technology categories strategic procurement - XaaS/cloud, AI, and other technology solutions.
• Proven track record leading complex sourcing initiatives, including RFXs.
• Solid understanding and experience of technology contracting - drafting, redlining, commercial term negotiation, alignment of legal terms.
• Experience in a role influencing and partnering with senior cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency with strategic sourcing tools and CLM platforms.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, global, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end strategic sourcing initiatives across indirect technology categories.
• Serve as a category subject‑matter expert and trusted advisor to IT and business stakeholders.
• Manage competitive sourcing events (RFX), develop sourcing strategies, evaluate proposals, and deliver clear, data‑driven supplier recommendations.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms to achieve optimal outcomes while ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.
• Partner closely with IT, Legal, Finance, and other cross‑functional teams to support contract development, onboarding, and governance.
• Build and sustain strong supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement, innovation, and performance management.
• Identify, develop, and implement cost‑optimization and value‑creation initiatives across assigned categories.
• Monitor market trends and emerging technologies models to inform sourcing strategies and enable innovation.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.

Benefits

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed