Deputy Vice President/Vice President - IT Procurement

Job Description: IT Procurement Negotiator

Department: Information Technology

Role: Procurement Negotiator

Designation: DVP/VP

Location: Kolkata Head Office

Job Purpose:

Responsible for leading IT contract negotiations across software, hardware, cloud, and services. Ensure favorable terms, manage vendor risk, and align procurement with business objectives, compliance, and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

- Negotiate contracts, renewals, SLAs, and licensing agreements with IT vendors.

- Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Projects on negotiation strategies.

- Assess contracts for risks, compliance, and cost-saving opportunities.

- Track contract lifecycle and ensure timely renewals.

- Ensure adherence to policies, data security, and legal standards.

- Provide vendor/market intelligence and support IT budgeting.

Requirements:

- Graduate in IT/Business/Commerce or related field.

- 14 to 15 years experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or vendor management.

- Relevant certifications (CPSM/CTPE); ITIL knowledge preferred.

- Strong knowledge of IT licensing, SaaS, cloud, and SLAs.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and contract drafting skills.

- Proficiency in MS Office and contract management tools.