Aston Carter is partnering with a leading financial services organization to hire an IT Procurement Specialist to support strategic sourcing initiatives across technology categories. This role plays a critical part in managing vendor relationships, driving cost savings, and leading end-to-end procurement activities for high-value engagements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end sourcing engagements for IT vendors, including software and services
- Develop and execute RFx processes (RFP, RFI, RFQ)
- Conduct competitive bidding and evaluate supplier proposals
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms for engagements typically exceeding $250K
- Partner with internal stakeholders to define requirements and sourcing strategies
- Collaborate with legal, vendor management, and risk teams to ensure compliance
- Support Category Leads on complex sourcing initiatives
- Maintain sourcing activity within procurement systems (Oracle preferred)
- Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and efficiency
Qualifications
Required:
- Experience in IT procurement, technology sourcing, or strategic sourcing
- Strong contract negotiation experience
- Hands-on experience managing RFx processes
- Ability to manage multiple sourcing engagements simultaneously
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Preferred:
- Experience with Oracle or similar procurement/ERP systems
- Experience in financial services or large enterprise environments
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills
Work Environment
- Hybrid schedule (combination of onsite and remote work)
- Standard business hours (Monday–Friday)
- Collaborative, professional corporate setting
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Malvern, PA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a hybrid position in Malvern,PA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006154466