IT Sourcing Analyst

Aston Carter•Malvern, PA

1d•$38 - $45•Hybrid

About The Position

The IT Sourcing Analyst (S1) supports the full deal life cycle for IT and related services by managing end-to-end procurement activities, including competitive bidding, contract and price negotiation, and strategic sourcing support. This role focuses on indirect procurement for IT, telecom, and professional services, overseeing a pipeline of low- to medium-complexity sourcing engagements and partnering closely with category leads and internal stakeholders to secure optimal commercial and contractual outcomes. The position offers strong exposure to enterprise-level procurement practices, strategic vendor management, and a culture grounded in integrity, focus, and stewardship.

Requirements

1 to 5 years of experience in indirect buying, procurement, or purchasing.
Experience in IT, telecom, or professional services sourcing, strongly preferred.
Proven experience negotiating pricing and commercial terms with suppliers.
Knowledge of contract terms and conditions and the ability to interpret and apply contractual language.
Strong understanding of contractual terms, including risk, service levels, and commercial structures.
Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and indirect sourcing.
Ability to manage internal and external relationships effectively, including suppliers and internal business stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage 5–10 sourcing engagements simultaneously while maintaining accurate and detailed notes.
High attention to detail, including the ability to track, remember, maintain, and discuss how deals evolve over time.
Clear and concise communication skills with the ability to explain processes, actions, and outcomes in a structured and effective way.
Active listening skills with the ability to understand client goals beyond cost savings and incorporate them into sourcing strategies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Own a pipeline of low- and medium-complexity sourcing engagements under $500,000 for assigned categories, with the opportunity to support larger engagements based on business demand and professional development.
Support Category Leads on high-complexity sourcing engagements by assisting with requisition creation, purchase order setup, and other procurement-related activities.
Establish effective negotiation plans for pricing and contractual terms and guide internal clients through the end-to-end contracting process.
Partner with Category Leads to develop and execute sourcing strategies, including competitive bids, evaluation agreements, supplier consolidation, and contract co-terming.
Collaborate effectively with other Category Teams, Supplier Management, Vendor Management Offices, Internal Clients, and Third-Party Risk Management to ensure alignment and compliance throughout the sourcing process.
Engage with business requestors to understand their requirements and translate them into clear, detailed competitive bid documentation.
Take ownership of the end-to-end competitive bidding process, including RFP/RFQ development, bid evaluation, and supplier selection recommendations.
Ensure the consistent application of fair business practices and the compliant procurement of products and services in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
Continuously examine and recommend ways to improve procurement standards, processes, and procedures to enhance the overall performance of the enterprise sourcing and procurement function.
Support departmental process improvement and technology initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, transparency, and control within the procurement lifecycle.
Participate in special projects as assigned, contributing procurement expertise and supporting cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Maintain organized documentation and detailed notes for 5–10 concurrent sourcing engagements, tracking negotiation history and deal evolution over time.
Explain sourcing strategies, negotiation steps, and outcomes in a clear, concise, and compelling manner to stakeholders, demonstrating strong storytelling and communication skills.
Actively listen to internal clients to understand their broader goals beyond cost savings and incorporate those objectives into sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations.