IT Procurement Analyst

HireTalent
Northbrook, IL
Full-time

Title : IT Procurement Analyst

Location : Northbrook, Illinois

Duration : 6 months (contract to hire)

About :

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.

S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people s homes.

From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making and our story is still unfolding.

We re here for it. We think you should be too . We re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as an IT Procurement Analyst .

This is a hybrid position based out of our Northbrook, IL Corporate Headquarter. This role will work on-site weekly from Monday through Thursday, with the ability to work remotely on Fridays.

This role is an Individual Contributor position.

A day in the life as an IT Procurement Analyst...

  • Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams, vendors, and external partners, ensuring that all stakeholder needs and expectations are understood and addressed.
  • Draft and present proposals, reports, and updates to stakeholders at all levels, using both written and verbal communication to clarify procurement processes, contract terms, and vendor performance.
  • Monitor contract timelines, terms, and vendor agreements to ensure compliance with deadlines and requirements.
  • Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiating terms, resolving conflicts, and driving improvements in service delivery while balancing cost-efficiency (within budget constraints).
  • Review and manage contracts to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards. Identify opportunities for cost savings or performance improvements through regular evaluations and renegotiations.
  • Conduct market research to analyze pricing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities

What you ll bring to the table...

  • Strong knowledge of IT contract standards, legal terms, and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to review, negotiate, and manage contracts to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Expertise in monitoring contract performance and ensuring vendors meet contractual obligations, with a focus on identifying renegotiation or improvement opportunities.
  • Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders and ensure alignment in procurement processes.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Suite (Sheets, Docs), and contract management systems.
  • Experience with advanced tools like Hyperion, Peoplesoft, Microstrategy, Tableau, or SQL is a plus but not required.
  • Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related discipline
  • 2+ years of previous work experience in a strategic sourcing / procurement function
  • Previous work experience in contract management.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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