Senior IT Procurement Specialist

SWIFT•Manassas, VA

18h

About The Position

At SWIFT, you will work in an organization with a clear mission and long‑term perspective, supporting critical infrastructure used by financial institutions worldwide. This is a place where decisions are made thoughtfully, and where quality, consistency, and integrity matter. As a Senior IT Procurement Specialist, you will join a small but experienced global Technology Sourcing team where individual contribution is visible and meaningful. Based in Manassas, you will team up with another sourcing professional locally, while collaborating closely with peers in Belgium and Malaysia. You will work in a complex, regulated environment supporting critical financial infrastructure, where sourcing decisions have real impact and require rigor and sound judgment. In practice, you will: Manage complex IT agreements and supplier relationships, covering software, hardware, and network Operate within a sophisticated and modern IT landscape, working with current technologies & platforms—well suited if you have a genuine interest in technology Engage closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers, requiring credibility, clear communication, and the ability to influence decisions Act as an internal advisor and influencer, helping stakeholders navigate commercial, contractual, and sourcing considerations and help them understand what this means in a regulated context Contribute directly to the ongoing maturation of sourcing, supporting the move toward more structured and effective sourcing and category practices over time Work as a senior individual contributor with ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to shape how sourcing is done This role is designed for experienced procurement professionals who want to stay close to technology, contracts, and decision‑making, while helping raise sourcing maturity in a demanding environment.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience operating in highly complex and regulated environments, where sourcing decisions require rigor, risk awareness, and sound judgment
Several years of experience in procurement or sourcing, ideally supporting Information Technology
Hands‑on experience with complex IT agreements and supplier relationships, including software, hardware, and network
A strong understanding of sourcing fundamentals such as RFX processes, commercial negotiations, contract reviews, and supplier management
The ability to work effectively with senior internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers
Comfort acting as an internal advisor, influencing decisions without formal authority
An interest in helping Sourcing mature over time, contributing to more structured and effective practices as the function evolves
Clear and effective in your communication with both stakeholders and suppliers
Collaborative, team‑oriented, and focused on delivering quality results
Hands‑on, pragmatic, and comfortable operating in an evolving environment
Analytical and comfortable working with data to support decisions
Professional proficiency in English

Responsibilities

Deliver end‑to‑end sourcing and procurement You will manage sourcing activities across your scope, including: Running RFX processes and supplier engagements Performing spend and contract analysis to support sourcing decisions Evaluating proposals and supporting commercial negotiations Ensuring sourcing activities align with business needs, compliance, and internal policies Supporting or leading negotiations in line with SWIFT’s commercial, legal, and compliance requirements Collaborating closely with the Purchase‑to‑Pay team to ensure smooth execution from contract to payment You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective procurement outcomes.
Act as a trusted partner to the business You will build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders by: Understanding current and future needs Advising on sourcing strategies and procurement options Preparing and participating in vendor and business reviews to discuss performance, risks, and opportunities
Support the evolution towards category management While the focus of the role is on practical sourcing delivery, you will also: Contribute to the development of more structured sourcing and category approaches over time Build an understanding of relevant markets, suppliers, and trends Help identify opportunities to consolidate demand, suppliers, or contracts where appropriate Your input will help the team move progressively toward stronger category management practices.

Benefits

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] or indicate this in your application. Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity). All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.

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