IT Sourcing Agent

About the role

Remote position within the IT Contracting department, full-time day shift.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Facilitate contracts and sourcing strategies that support enterprise-wide Information Technology (IT) initiatives.
• Negotiate contract pricing, terms, and conditions with IT suppliers to mitigate risk and deliver best-in-class value for participants, ensuring alignment with technical and operational needs.
• Conduct analyses of sourcing data, technology market trends, licensing models, and benchmarking information to develop sourcing strategies that align with IT goals and industry standards.
• Manage the full lifecycle of IT contracts, including software, hardware, services, and cloud-based solutions. Ensure amendments, renewals, and modifications comply with organizational policies, security requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Provide regular updates on IT strategies, supplier relationship management efforts, and key performance metrics, emphasizing progress in areas such as cost optimization, innovation, risk mitigation, and service performance.
• Collaborate with other agents and IT stakeholders to validate vendor capabilities, technical compatibility, and support models. Ensure contract terms meet both operational and security standards.
• Support risk mitigation by analyzing complex pricing structures, reviewing contractual obligations, and recommending revisions to protect organizational data.
• Ensure IT sourcing strategies and supply chain processes are consistently applied, transparent, and defendable, while aligning with internal governance and external regulations.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more