IT Procurement Specialist

IT Procurement Specialist page is loaded## IT Procurement Specialistlocations : Madrid - Impala Officetime type : Full timeposted on : Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id : R- ##

• Main Purpose :
• The IT Procurement Specialist will lead IT goods and services procurement for efficient value, quality, and performance. The role involves leading all aspects of the entire sourcing lifecycle— from identifying business needs and engaging with team members internally, to negotiating sophisticated contracts with key IT partners. The successful candidate will strategically align procurement activities with business objectives, orchestrate cost optimization initiatives, proactively handle supply risks, and ensure the timely and efficient delivery of IT projects across the organization.## ## Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities :
• Strategic Procurement & Planning
• Lead IT procurement for related operational and capital expenses across regions.
• Align procurement with business goals and technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate with internal teams to define needs and timelines.
• Develop sourcing plans for IT categories (e.g. telecommunications, consulting).
• Identify savings opportunities and drive global cost optimization.
• Deliver procurement strategies ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Supplier & Risk Management
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, and service.
• Lead contract negotiations and coordinate vendor relationship management.
• Lead tenders, supplier audits, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and risk standards.
• Supervise contract expirations and lead renewal processes.
• Process Improvement & Compliance
• Improve procurement processes and adopt standard methodologies.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and procurement standards.
• Supervise critical metrics and assist in ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Analyze trends and variances to support decision-making.
• Cost & Budget Control
• Supervise procurement budgets and identify savings.
• Report on spend, savings, supplier performance, and critical metrics.Report on expenditure and cost-reduction initiatives.## ## Key Relationships and Department Overview : Internal :
• IT Department
• Finance & Controlling
• Legal & Compliance
• Project ManagersExternal
• Technology Vendors & Service Providers
• Consultants & Third-Party Advisor()(blob : / 6 : 08
• WHO WE ARE
• At Impala, we store and handle the essential energies and resources that matter, helping global supply meet demand more effectively.We’re a leading global storage infrastructure operator that stores, handles and moves the essential resources people depend on.
• WHAT WE DO
• At Impala we provide reliable and sustainable end-to-end services to our global partners for the smooth supply of liquid energy and base metals that are critical to everyday life, through our portfolio of 30 terminals in 15 countries across Latin and Central America, Europe and UK, Africa and Australasia.We design, develop and operate key infrastructure and logistics assets across multiple modes of transport, from inland areas of production and consumption to our network of inland ports and deep-sea terminals. Our infrastructure platform serves as a one-stop-shop, allowing us to provide tailored and efficient services to store and move commodities for our customers, safely, securely and efficiently.Our experienced teams bring extensive knowledge and understanding of their local markets and operating environments; and we take pride in providing reliable, consistent and quality service at every stage of the value chain.To ensure the long-term sustainability of our business each of our assets is backed by one or more anchor customer; we also complement this with third party customers, and consider them all as partners with whom we look to build long-lasting relationships.Impala Terminals Group is a 50 : 50 joint venture between leading supplier of commodities Trafigura and IFM Investors, the global investment management firm. Outside the joint venture, Impala also manages a number of Trafigura-owned port logistics, storage and transportation assets, which support Trafigura’s activities and third‑party trade flows in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.Visit our website to find out more about where we operate :
• HOW WE WORK
• Maintaining the highest operational, environmental, and safety standards is central to our business. So wherever operate, our 1,550-strong team is committed to conducting our activities in a manner that is safe and that protects our employees, the environment and the local communities.Our interests are long term, and securing a sustainable and responsible business is essential to providing the continuous excellence we strive for.Find our more about our commitments and performance in our Sustainability Report :

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