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IT Purchasing Manager

The IT Purchasing Manager is in charge of the acquisition of technological goods and services necessary for the proper functioning of the company. It selects and negotiates purchases related to IT equipment, software, software, cloud services and other IT solutions, while optimizing costs and ensuring the quality and compliance of products and services.

Les formations :
  • Bac+5 in purchasing management, supply chain management, or information systems management
  • Master in purchasing, supply chain or IT management
  • Specific training courses in IT procurement and information technology management

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Les principales compétences demandées :
  • Expertise in procurement management, specifically in the IT sector
  • Skills in negotiating and managing IT contracts (hardware, software, services)
  • Knowledge of technological solutions (cloud, hardware, software, etc.)
  • Mastery of purchasing and contract management tools
  • Analytical skills to assess technology and tool needs
  • Skills in project management and coordination with technical teams
  • Ability to anticipate needs and assess technological trends
  • Good understanding of financial issues and ability to optimize costs

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Voir les offres disponibles sur Grimp
Salaire de départ  (mensuel net) :
3000€ — 3800€

Les missions

The main mission of the IT Purchasing Manager is to manage the procurement of equipment and services related to information technology for the company. This includes computer hardware (computers, servers, networks), software (applications, ERP, CRM), cloud services, IT services, as well as cybersecurity solutions.

It starts by analyzing the needs of the various teams (IT, marketing, human resources, etc.) in terms of technology and tools. He works closely with IT managers to understand the technical specifications and requirements of ongoing projects. Once the needs are identified, he looks for the best offers on the market, in terms of quality, price and availability.

The IT Purchasing Manager negotiates contracts with suppliers, whether they are hardware manufacturers, cloud service providers, or software developers. It ensures that the best conditions are obtained (prices, guarantees, delivery times, etc.) and ensures that suppliers' commitments are respected.

He is also responsible for managing orders, optimizing IT equipment stocks and tracking deliveries. As part of his role, he must also monitor technology to anticipate new solutions that could meet the company's future needs.

The IT Purchasing Manager monitors the quality of the products and services provided, ensuring that they meet the required performance and security standards. It also manages relationships with suppliers, especially in the event of delivery problems or non-compliance, and takes the necessary measures to resolve disputes.

Finally, he participates in budget management, by ensuring that IT purchases respect the allocated budgets. He must therefore regularly analyze expenses and implement actions to optimize costs while meeting the needs of the company.

In summary, the IT Purchasing Manager is a key professional in the management of the company's technological resources. He ensures that the purchases of IT equipment and services are optimized, respect technical needs and budgets, while guaranteeing a quality relationship with suppliers.

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