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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract position – Sr. IT Enterprise Sourcing Specialist / Richmond VA – (JOB-22009). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!
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Job Description:
Hybrid (3 days/week onsite) in Richmond, VA
Local Candidates Only
Long-term contract (18 – 24 months)
Our Centralized IT Sourcing team is seeking an experienced Enterprise Sourcing Specialist to lead the strategic sourcing and execution of large-scale IT solutions, goods, and services. In this role, you will act as a primary consultant for government agencies and public bodies, helping them navigate complex IT business challenges through the selection of high-value, compliant solutions.
You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the procurement process—from market research and RFP development to complex contract negotiation and award execution.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Procurement: Lead stakeholders in drafting Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP) that align with organizational goals and public procurement regulations.
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Evaluation & Selection: Facilitate cross-functional teams in evaluating supplier proposals to ensure “best value” selections for public entities.
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Contract Negotiation: Lead the negotiation of complex, high-value IT contracts, ensuring favorable terms and legal compliance.
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Market Intelligence: Conduct proactive market research and data trend analysis to support the development of IT infrastructure sourcing strategies.
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Process Improvement: Collaborate with internal financial and data teams to drive automation and continuous improvement in the sourcing and market engagement process.
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Stakeholder Management: Work alongside contract managers, service owners, financial analysts, and third-party integrators to ensure seamless contract execution and future sourcing success.
Required Skills & Qualifications
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IT Procurement Expertise: Minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in IT procurement and sourcing.
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Strategic Execution: 10+ years of experience leading the development and execution of formal Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
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Contract Development: 10+ years demonstrated knowledge in drafting, analyzing, and negotiating high-value, complex legal contracts.
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Regulatory Knowledge: 10+ years of experience interpreting and applying procurement laws, policies, and public sector mandates.
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Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and the public.
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Communication: Superior written and oral communication skills, with a track record of clear, professional stakeholder engagement.
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Autonomy: Strong ability to work independently with limited supervision while utilizing established templates and work instructions.
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Compliance, Law, or a related field (equivalent experience will be considered).
Preferred Qualifications
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Collaborative Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to brainstorm and apply uniform solutions across a peer group of sourcing professionals.
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Sector Experience: Prior experience in state or local government procurement is highly desirable.
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Professional Network: Strong professional references from previous public sector procurement engagements are a significant plus.
TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.
TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.
No second parties will be accepted.