Procurement Specialist

Torc
Full-time
Blacksburg, VA
$96,700 - $116,000
Posted on 5 months ago

Job Description

Torc is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead sourcing, negotiating, and contracting for goods and services, including hardware, software, SaaS, and professional services. The role involves managing end-to-end procurement for IT categories, leading RFX processes, negotiating software licensing agreements, and supporting vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end procurement for IT categories
  • Lead RFX processes
  • Analyze and negotiate software licensing agreements
  • Partner with IT, Legal, Finance, and Security teams to define procurement strategies
  • Align sourcing decisions with business goals
  • Maintain strong vendor relationships
  • Support vendor onboarding and performance evaluations
  • Ensure scalability of IT vendor contracts
  • Ensure procurement activities align with policies and regulations
  • Use procurement tools to manage RFX events and contracts
  • Identify and implement process improvements
  • Educate internal teams on procurement policies
  • Serve as a point of contact for procurement-related questions

Requirements

  • BS with 4+ years or MS with 0-3+ years of experience
  • Knowledge of IT procurement or strategic sourcing
  • Strong knowledge of software licensing models
  • Experience with RFX events and vendor negotiations
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proficiency in procurement systems
  • Ability to work on-site and collaborate with teams
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Critical/logical thinking
  • Strong business insight and judgment
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information ethically

Benefits

  • No benefits