IT & Technology Procurement Manager
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
A. Core Jio Competencies
Able to adapt to various team dynamics, roles, and responsibilities and work effectively within a team, leveraging diverse perspectives and skills to achieve a common goal
.Candidate should be able to meticulously review contracts, specifications, and vendor proposals to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational requirements
.Candidate should possess the capability to analyze data, trends, and market conditions to make informed procurement decisions and optimize purchasing strategies
.Own and manage end-to-end relationships with vendors and customers to ensure smooth and ethical business conduct
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B. Core Domain Competenci
esProficient in sourcing and purchasing a wide range of IT hardware, software, and services, demonstrating a deep understanding of technical specifications and commercial aspect
s.negotiation skills to secure favourable deals with global OEMs (Microsoft / Google / SAP / Veritas / VMware / Oracle / HPE / DELL /IBM /Oracle /Lenovo /NetApp /Hitachi etc) and authorized distributors for cost-effective procurement of hardware, software and service
s.in conducting comprehensive cost analyses and price benchmarking to ensure optimal value in IT procurement processe
s.to navigate and coordinate with legal and commercial teams to execute techno-commercial agreements for both hardware and software acquisition
s.competency in overseeing the end-to-end procurement cycle, from understanding user requirements to timely delivery, payment processing, and vendor relationship developmen
t.
C. Role-specific Competenci
es in conducting thorough market research to identify available software solutions that align with the business requirements. This involves evaluating features, functionalities, pricing, and vendor reputati
on.technical knowledge of software architecture, databases, networks, and other IT infrastructure components is helpful for assessing software compatibility, integration capabilities, and technical requiremen
ts.in commercial analysis to evaluate the total cost of ownership (TCO) and cost-benefit analysis of different software options. This includes considering upfront costs, ongoing maintenance fees, and potential cost savings or revenue generation opportunities e
tc.negotiation skills for obtaining favourable pricing, terms, and conditions from software vendors. Negotiating licensing agreements, service level agreements (SLAs), and support contracts can significantly impact the overall value of the software purcha
se.ability to assess and mitigate risks associated with software procurement, including potential security vulnerabilities, data privacy concerns, vendor lock-in, and regulatory compliance issu
es.in project management principles and methodologies to effectively plan, execute, and oversee the software procurement process from initial requirements gathering to vendor selection, implementation, and deployme
nt.communication skills are essential for articulating business requirements, negotiating with vendors, and collaborating with stakeholders throughout the software procurement lifecyc
le.willingness to stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in software procurement to make informed decisions and drive innovation within the organizati
on.with various IT Hardware Products and their functioni
ng.