IT Commodity Manager
Company: FastTek Global
Location: Maumee
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
NOT A C2C OPPORTUNITY HYBRID ONSIE 4 DAYS A WEEK Leads
cross-functional teams for IT categories resulting in procurement
decisions delivering the highest quality, reliability, lowest risk,
and highest value to meet requirements, directs the activities
associated with the SCMG managed global spend for a designated
commodity category. Responsible for identification and evaluation
of global or regional opportunities within the Commodity Category
for reduction of spend, consolidation of process or suppliers,
function and continuity of supply or service. Manages the Contracts
within the Commodity category and reports the metrics associated
with them. Delivers continuous improvement in cost, process and
services within the commodity category. Coordinates sourcing
process and negotiates agreements, using a strategic sourcing
methodology. This includes industry research, supplier
qualification, RFI, and RFP activities. Additionally, supports
negotiation activities designed to deliver cost savings through
supplier and contract management or services restructuring.
Generates recommendations based on Total Cost of Ownership
comparisons. Monitors and reports on activities associated with
named commodity category. Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Manages and negotiates commercial terms within IT/Telecom
purchasing contracts, including associated maintenance agreements
for all regions where operates Identifies and communicates approved
sources for IT products and services. Identifies opportunities for
global leverage of volumes and purchasing power. Monitors the
contribution of the assigned Commodity to departmental results Is
familiar with key cost drivers and industry related events tied to
assigned category. Obtains and analyzes quotes or proposals,
develops negotiation plans, with some guidance, to determine best
value, then recommends global sourcing solutions based on data and
facts collected. Manages Ariba catalog setup/program for IT
suppliers, to support an overarching preferred supplier strategy
Monitors performance of the suppliers to ensure attainment of
objectives in quality, delivery, service, and cost Ensures results
for Commodity Categories tie closely to Corporate Objectives. Acts
as liaison for SCMG to the Information Technology (IT) Department
for IT. Maintains pipeline status updates to show progress towards
goals and objectives Presents special assignments results, project
updates and such to management as required. All other duties as
assigned Minimum Qualifications: 5 – 7 years’ experience working in
IT/Purchasing, to include negotiation and contract experience,
Global experience a plus Four-year degree in Supply Chain
Management or related field Strong team player, able to work
effectively on cross-functional teams. Ability to engage others
directly/indirectly in discussion and ‘sell’ sourcing/procurement
value-added services Ability to juggle multiple projects/processes,
prioritize activities and take action with little oversight
Understanding of general concepts of process mapping, change
management, and foundational activities needed to strategically
support management of IT spend program Ability to take on tactical
activities as well as lend support/assistance to strategic efforts
Analytical skills as it relates to cost/value reviews, assessments,
and reporting Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Maintains an organized and professional manner when representing
Willing to travel globally as required (estimate 10%).
Keywords: FastTek Global, Strongsville , IT Commodity Manager, IT / Software / Systems , Maumee, Ohio
