IT Sourcing Specialist

The Opportunity:

SCM IMS is seeking an experienced IT Sourcing Professional to support the sourcing, contracting, and supplier management of IT products and services across software, cloud, infrastructure, telecom, cybersecurity, and professional services. The role partners closely with IT stakeholders, suppliers, Legal, Finance, and Category Management to deliver value, mitigate risk, and support business transformation initiatives.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Lead sourcing activities including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluations, and negotiations.
• Manage commercial discussions and contract negotiations for software, SaaS, cloud, infrastructure, telecom, and IT services.
• Support and execute sourcing strategies aligned with IMS technology roadmaps and business objectives.
• Drive cost optimization, value creation, and supplier performance improvements.
• Support supplier governance, contract compliance, and risk management activities.
• Conduct market intelligence, benchmarking, and supplier assessments.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure sourcing decisions meet technical, financial, and operational requirements.
• Track savings, sourcing pipeline, contract renewals, and sourcing KPIs.

Your Background:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT sourcing, procurement, vendor management, or category management.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Good understanding of software licensing, cloud services, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and IT services.
• Experience with sourcing tools and ERP platforms (SAP Ariba preferred).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a global, cross-functional environment.
• Experience managing strategic IT suppliers and large sourcing initiatives; knowledge of supplier risk management, cybersecurity, and data privacy requirements; professional certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, ITIL, or equivalent are advantageous.

More About Us:

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully.

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Client-provided location(s): Krakow, Poland

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-222327

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-10-22T20:00:19