Manager, IT Procurement

About UsKnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.Manager, IT ProcurementAbout The RoleAs a key member of the Procurement team, this position is focused on the strategic procurement of Indirect (Non-Merchandise) Information Technology (IT) goods and services via negotiations, contract execution, supplier relationship management, spend analysis/management, change/transition management and team member development.The Manager, IT Procurement demonstrates teamwork and commitment to the overall success of KnitWell Group and its brands and functional partners. The Manager, IT Procurement is recognized as a leader in strategic sourcing best practices and subject matter expert in IT Services that influences key business decisions and demonstrates our corporate values and commitment to high performance and talent development.This role contributes to the broad strategy that will drive the organization's ability to leverage the company's total spend by partnering with business leaders to deliver incremental value and reduce the total cost of ownership.The impact you can have Primary ResponsibilitiesProviding category insight, expertise and education to maximize value of sourced solutions, including:Establishing a global, high performance sourcing capability that includes ownership of the category sourcing strategies for key IT vendorsStakeholder collaboration via Category Forums to align to category strategic roadmap and key initiativesDeveloping and leveraging supplier relationships; identifying vendors to meet the needs of the business, while minimizing costs and maximizing value Leveraging changing industry delivery modelsCreating value through best-in-class sourcing practicesStrategy Development and Execution Develops and implements category sourcing strategies required to support KnitWell’s business roadmap by providing:The strategic direction, insight and approach to managing supplier contracts and relationships required to procuring goods and services to meet KnitWell’s business goal.The strategic sourcing capability and scalable solutions that will enable KnitWell to lead significant changes and maximize business valueProvides External perspective (technology, industry, sourcing best practices, peer group, macro and socio economics) relevant to KnitWell’s business needsProvides Internal perspective (business goals and legal/regulatory considerations) in all aspects of our operations and business strategies Develops and drives effective execution of appropriate sourcing and service delivery standardsContract Negotiation Develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations for key IT-related contracts. Partner with business leaders to identify optional solutions on price, delivery, and servicePartners with stakeholders and leaders on managing entire life cycle of IT-related contracts. Includes but is not limited to:Managing CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management) pipeline for IT-related contractsPreparing RFP’s, negotiating business (commercial) terms of Master Service agreementsStatements of Work, including services to be provided, functionalities to be delivered, timetable and milestones for payment.Partner with KWG Legal to negotiate and resolve contract disputes.Directing Operations Manage and direct the sourcing activities consistent with near-term requirements for financial and non-financial performance, regulatory complianc…

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