IT Procurement Specialist (Corporate Purchaser)

Company Name: Brooksource
Location: Kansas City, MO, United States (On-site, requires commute to Kansas City, MO 64126)
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Salary Range: $60.00 – $70.00 hourly
Industry: Finance / Information Technology Procurement

Job Overview

Brooksource is a leading IT services and consulting firm dedicated to connecting top talent with impactful projects for premier organizations. We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic IT Procurement Specialist (Corporate Purchaser) to join our team, supporting a key client within the Information Technology Procurement sector. This Mid-Level contract role offers a unique opportunity to directly manage and optimize technology-related sourcing and contracting processes, including complex software and cloud agreements.

As an IT Procurement Specialist, you will be instrumental in facilitating the entire procurement lifecycle, from developing RFXs and negotiating contracts to ensuring compliance and resolving procurement issues. You will leverage your strong negotiation skills, analytical abilities, and expertise in IT procurement to secure favorable terms and foster strong supplier relationships. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a meticulous attention to detail, thrive in a collaborative, on-site environment, and are eager to make a tangible impact on strategic IT initiatives, Brooksource invites you to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate comprehensive sourcing and contracting processes, ensuring strict compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Develop detailed RFXs (Requests for Proposal/Quote/Information) and serve as the primary contact for suppliers and internal business partners throughout the process.
• Coordinate and facilitate pre-bid meetings, respond to supplier inquiries, and keep all stakeholders updated on procurement progress.
• Identify and rigorously evaluate potential suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and compliance standards.
• Support cross-functional teams in sourcing, contracting, and developing robust proposal evaluation criteria.
• Work closely with various IT organizations including InfoSec, Integrations team, Enterprise Architecture, and Software Asset Management to align procurement with technical strategies.
• Prepare and process purchase order documents accurately within the online purchasing system.
• Communicate and effectively resolve procurement issues and discrepancies, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Draft complex contracts aligned with company policies and legal guidelines, particularly for technology agreements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assessing completed contracts and resolving any post-award issues.
• Act as the primary point of contact for supplier inquiries, building and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Coordinate and facilitate critical contract negotiations, securing optimal terms for the company.
• Apply a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction, Law or related field, and 3 years direct purchasing experience; or applicable years of experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Utilize experience in negotiating software license agreements, cloud computing agreements, or other technology-related contracts.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively negotiate.
• Maintain proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Showcase a proven ability of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Exhibit experience in devising new approaches to purchasing problems encountered.
• Potentially leverage project purchasing experience (preferred).
• Possess CPM, CPSM, CTPS or CTPE Certification (Preferred).
• Utilize Oracle Financial R12 software experience (preferred) for purchasing operations.

Qualifications

• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ years direct purchasing experience, with specific technology contract negotiation experience).
• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction, Law or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Required Skills:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction, Law or related field, and 3 years direct purchasing experience; or applicable years of experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Experience in negotiating software license agreements, cloud computing agreements, or other technology-related contracts.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to effectively negotiate.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Proven ability of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
  • Experience in devising new approaches to purchasing problems encountered.
  • Ability to facilitate sourcing and contracting processes, ensuring compliance.
  • Skilled in developing RFXs, serving as primary contact for suppliers and business partners.
  • Experience facilitating pre-bid meetings, responding to inquiries, updating stakeholders.
  • Proficient in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers.
  • Ability to support cross-functional teams in sourcing, contracting, and developing proposal evaluation criteria.
  • Proven ability to work closely with IT organizations (InfoSec, Integrations team, Enterprise Architecture, Software Asset Management).
  • Skilled in preparing and processing purchase order documents within online purchasing system.
  • Proficient in communicating and resolving procurement issues.
  • Experience drafting contracts aligned with company policies.
  • Proven ability to serve as subject matter expert for assessing completed contracts and resolving issues.
  • Acting as primary point of contact for supplier inquiries.
  • Capability in coordinating and facilitating contract negotiations.
  • Project purchasing experience (preferred).
  • CPM, CPSM, CTPS or CTPE Certification (Preferred).
  • Oracle Financial R12 software experience (preferred).

Salary and Benefits

This Full-time, Contract IT Procurement Specialist (Corporate Purchaser) position offers a competitive hourly salary ranging from $60.00 – $70.00 hourly. Brooksource is dedicated to supporting our consultants, providing comprehensive benefits during the contract term. Benefits typically include health, dental, and vision insurance options, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive team environment focused on your success in this critical role within IT procurement.

Working Conditions

This is an On-site, Full-time Contract position located in Kansas City, MO, United States, requiring a reliable commute to Kansas City, MO 64126. You will work within a professional office environment, collaborating closely with various IT organizations (InfoSec, Integrations, Enterprise Architecture, SAM), Finance, and external suppliers. The role demands strong negotiation skills, meticulous attention to detail in contract drafting and document processing, and effective communication across diverse stakeholders. The environment is fast-paced and involves managing multiple procurement cycles simultaneously. Standard business hours are generally observed.

Why Work with Us

At Brooksource, we believe in connecting top talent with impactful projects that truly make a difference. For this IT Procurement Specialist role, you’ll join a team contributing to a key client, playing a direct role in managing crucial Information Technology Procurement activities. This contract opportunity provides a unique chance to apply your expertise in negotiating complex software and cloud agreements, directly impacting the financial and operational efficiency of the organization.

You’ll gain invaluable experience working with various IT stakeholders, contributing to strategic sourcing initiatives, and resolving intricate procurement challenges. We offer a supportive environment where your analytical skills, negotiation prowess, and commitment to compliance are highly valued, and where you can grow professionally within the dynamic intersection of Finance and IT Procurement. If you are a driven Procurement Specialist seeking a challenging on-site role where your contributions make a tangible impact, Brooksource offers a clear path for your career growth.