Commodity Manager II, Technology Procurement

The Commodity Manager II, Technology Procurement leverages professional expertise in IT and technology-related acquisitions to efficiently manage procurement processes. This position is responsible for sourcing an ERP system, hardware, software, cloud services, IT consulting, and other technology solutions for Lone Star College (LSC) while ensuring quality, cost efficiency, compliance, and timely delivery. The role requires strong strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation skills to align procurement efforts with LSC’s technological and institutional goals. This position ensures full compliance with LSC policies, state procurement regulations, cybersecurity requirements, and licensing agreements while maintaining excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Manages the procurement of technology-related goods and services for LSCS, overseeing assigned commodity/category codes involving the Office of Technology Services, specifically the ERP solicitation and implementation process as top priority
2. Handles the full lifecycle of technology-focused solicitations, including RFPs, RFQs, CSPs, and cooperative quotes, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices for IT procurement with focus on the ERP solicitation and implementation process
3. Conducts spend analysis on technology-related purchases, including hardware, software, cloud services, and IT consulting, identifying cost-saving opportunities and strategic sourcing solutions
4. Collaborates with IT leadership and stakeholders to understand technology needs, align procurement strategies with IT goals, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data protection requirements as well as requirements for ERP system
5. Manages vendor relationships for IT suppliers and service providers, including contract negotiations, performance evaluations, and issue resolution including the ERP implementation
6. Initiates, negotiates, and manages IT contracts, license agreements, and renewals, ensuring adherence to legal, security, and institutional policies
7. Evaluates emerging technology procurement trends, including SaaS, cloud computing, and AI-driven solutions, to recommend innovative purchasing strategies
8. Develops and enforces IT procurement policies to optimize efficiency, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with federal laws, state laws, and the Lone Star College System policies and procedures
9. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technology purchases within LSC's existing IT infrastructure including ERP implementation
10. Ensures all IT procurement contracts are active and compliant, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and maintaining up-to-date records
11. Creates and updates procurement SOPs and job aids specific to the ERP implementation process
12. Participates in IT governance meetings, procurement committees, and strategic planning sessions to align purchasing decisions with institutional objectives and ERP implementation
13. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned