Strategic Sourcing Specialist - IT

About the Role

The University of Missouri System is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist – IT to support enterprise-wide procurement of technology goods and services. This role partners with campus departments, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective sourcing strategies, strong contract management, and high-value purchasing decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience in procurement, vendor management, contract administration, or related business operations who are interested in influencing complex purchasing decisions across a large, multi-campus system. While this role supports IT-related purchasing, deep technical IT expertise is not required, the focus is on sourcing, contracts, and supplier engagement

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support strategic sourcing activities for IT-related purchases, including contract review, negotiation, and execution in alignment with University policy
• Develop and manage competitive bid processes, including drafting specifications, evaluating proposals, and awarding contracts
• Serve as a trusted advisor to departments by providing guidance on procurement processes, policies, and best practices
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, acting as a liaison to resolve issues and ensure successful outcomes
• Analyze purchasing data to identify cost savings opportunities, contract optimization, and process improvements
• Monitor supplier performance and support continuous improvement in service quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction
• Contribute to ongoing initiatives that enhance efficiency, consistency, and the overall value of procurement services

Why Join Us

• Play a key role in enterprise-wide IT purchasing decisions that impact all UM System campuses and MOREnet
• Work in a collaborative, service-oriented environment focused on delivering value to campus partners
• Opportunities to grow professionally within procurement, sourcing, and business operations
• Competitive total rewards package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, and educational fee discounts