<p><strong>Location:</strong> Houston (preferred), Dallas, Austin / San Antonio</p><p><strong>Work Model:</strong> Predominantly remote | Hybrid as needed</p><p><br></p><p>Role Overview</p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Global Procurement Specialist – IT</strong> on a contract‑to‑hire basis to support enterprise‑wide IT procurement. This role sits within a global procurement function that manages high‑impact, organization‑wide IT contracts and licensing. The ideal candidate has strong IT procurement experience, excellent communication skills, and thrives in a collaborative, global environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the <strong>full IT procurement lifecycle</strong>, including reviewing, negotiating, and redlining IT contracts</li><li>Support <strong>large‑scale, high‑volume IT agreements</strong> and vendor relationships</li><li>Lead sourcing activities including <strong>RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs</strong></li><li><strong>Negotiate favorable commercial terms focused on cost savings and risk mitigation</strong></li><li><strong>Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure contract alignment and compliance</strong></li><li><strong>Maintain contract and vendor documentation and support governance activities</strong></li><li><strong>Ensure procurement processes comply with internal policies and regulations</strong></li></ul><p>Team & Environment</p><ul><li>Work closely with <strong>one other procurement team member</strong></li><li><strong>Additional procurement hire underway in London</strong></li><li><strong>Global collaboration requires flexibility outside traditional business hours</strong></li></ul>