Technology Procurement Specialist

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best. The Technology Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement of technology-related goods and services, including hardware, software, SaaS subscriptions, cloud services, telecommunications, IT consulting, and managed services. This role works closely with Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with organizational objectives, budget requirements, compliance standards, and supplier management strategies. The successful candidate will leverage strong commercial, analytical, and negotiation skills to optimize costs, mitigate supplier risks, ensure contractual compliance, and support the organization's technology roadmap. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for technology-related products and services. Develop and execute sourcing strategies for software, hardware, cloud services, telecommunications, cybersecurity solutions, and professional services. Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving and value-creation opportunities. Manage RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations. Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO) and make sourcing recommendations. Contract Negotiation & Management Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, service levels, warranties, maintenance agreements, and licensing models. Collaborate with Legal and stakeholders during contract review and execution. Ensure contracts comply with company policies and risk management requirements. Track contract renewals, expirations, and performance obligations. Supplier Relationship Management Develop and maintain strategic relationships with technology suppliers and service providers. Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and business reviews. Address supplier-related issues and escalate risks when necessary. Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation and performance improvement. Financial & Spend Management Analyze technology spend and identify cost optimization opportunities. Support budget planning, forecasting, and procurement reporting. Track savings initiatives and procurement performance metrics. Validate pricing structures and invoice accuracy. Risk, Compliance & Governance Partner with Cybersecurity, IT, and Legal teams to assess supplier risk. Support vendor due diligence activities, including data privacy, information security, ESG, and regulatory compliance requirements. Ensure procurement activities follow company policies and governance standards. Maintain procurement documentation and records for audit purposes.…