Job Description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an IT Sourcing Associate for a contract assignment with one of our premier Healthcare Services clients. This role will be remote.

Responsibilities :

• Under general direction of the Director, EITS Sourcing, responsible for supporting a portfolio of software/SaaS products and services identified within the Software and Services commodities.
• Responsible for partnering with business stakeholders and suppliers on purchases and renewals to deliver cost savings, quality of service, and value.
• Collaborate and build partnerships with stakeholders to understand and deliver on requirements for information technology procurement requests.
• Manage the renewal process for subscriptions, support, and software maintenance.
• Managing to the Global Technology Sourcing Request process, including intake, triage, and support of stakeholder requests.
• Lead solicitation efforts and/or quote request for value-add reseller purchases.
• Ability to understand interpret Statements of Work and Hardware/ Software quotes to interpret purchase and ensure compliance with agreements.
• Participating in cost savings tracking and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborating with internal customers/stakeholders on new projects/initiatives including support of Non-Disclosure Agreements.
• Supporting information technology initiatives by understanding Technology Acquisition processes and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain effective and positive relationships with stakeholders and vendors based on quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Collaborates with internal departments such as Human Resources, Finance, Integrated Business Services, Legal and other entities in order to promote the best interest of the firm
• Manages suppliers to include negotiation of business agreements and settling disputes and/or issues, as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet.

• Sedentary physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing.
• Visual requirement is for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• 25% or more time is spent looking directly at a computer.
• Associate is frequently required to stand, walk (or otherwise be mobile).
• Ability to deal with stressful situations as they arise.

Required Skills:

• Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelor\'s degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education; normally requires a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years related and progressively responsible experience.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of technology procurement principles and procure to pay concepts
• Understanding and experience using procurement tools such as Ariba.
• Solid project management skills with experience in organizing, planning, and executing initiatives from vision through implementation
• Good analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills to evaluate business problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to communicate with customers, associates and management
• Solid teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of computers to operative effectively with PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets and Microsoft Outlook
• Ability to deal with confrontational situations in a positive manner
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across the organization

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let\'s work better together, we mean it. You\'ll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our polic

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