Senior Sourcing Specialist

Novanta Inc.
92d$72,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The IT Sourcing Specialist plays a critical role in optimizing the procurement of IT products and services. This individual will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of technology solutions that align with business goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 3–5 years of experience in IT sourcing, procurement, or vendor management.
  • Experience sourcing IT systems used in manufacturing, R&D, and quality environments.
  • Strong knowledge of medical device regulations (FDA, ISO 13485, GDPR, HIPAA).
  • Familiarity with IT categories including SaaS, cloud infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity.
  • Proficiency in sourcing tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with global sourcing and managing offshore vendors.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO/IEC 27001).
  • Knowledge of ITIL, ISO, or other IT governance frameworks.
  • Familiarity with GxP-compliant systems and validation processes.
  • Familiarity with IT systems used in medical device lifecycle (e.g., PLM, QMS, eQMS).
  • Certification in procurement (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) or IT sourcing (e.g., SIG).

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Applications, Software, Cloud services, and IT consulting.
  • Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
  • Lead RFP/RFI processes and vendor selection.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors and service providers.
  • Monitor vendor performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
  • Build and track vendor performance with the use of KPI’s.
  • Collaborate with legal and finance teams to manage contract lifecycle and renewals.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic negotiations and alternative sourcing.
  • Analyze spend data and trends to inform sourcing decisions and budgeting.
  • Ensure sourcing activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Mitigate risks related to vendor reliability, data security, and service continuity.
  • Work closely with IT, Finance, Legal, and Procurement teams to align sourcing with business needs.
  • Support project teams with timely acquisition of required IT resources.
  • Maintain strict compliance with the quality, environmental and occupational health and safety regulations.

Benefits

  • Base pay for this position is $72,000 to $130,000 per year.
  • Dependent on the position offered, annual bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package.
  • Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to improve quality of life.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Number of Employees

1,001-5,000 employees

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