The qualified candidate will be solely responsible for the technology acquisition required for new Global Trading System project. This engagement is expected to conclude in the fourth quarter of 2009.

Responsibilities to include:

Work with a cross matrix team (comprised of functional, technical, legal, financial, and business area subject matter experts) to assess and develop business requirements, proposals, and RFX’s.
Facilitate, manage, and execute the technology acquisition process:
Solely lead the vendor negotiations
Perform product financial analysis and benchmarks
Work closely with the internal stakeholders to capture their requirements so as to protect the needs of the project.
Negotiate all business and legal terms with the vendors
Ensure the appropriate contracts are put in place for the project.
Oversee the appropriate delivery of the products and services as dictated in the terms and conditions of the respective contracts.

Required Experience

Extensive knowledge of best practice procurement strategies to utilize when negotiating with large technology manufacturers such as Cisco, EMC, HP, and IBM..
Strong understanding of business and legal terms & conditions.
MUST HAVE 3-5+ years of technology strategic sourcing experience within a corporate environment
CPM, CTPE certification and/or MBA highly preferred
Demonstrated persuasion and negotiation skills, outstanding communication abilities, capacity to handle multiple priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or Law

Please forward resume with salary/rate requirements to: Kirk --> kirk@marshwinds.net