Sr. Procurement Specialist

About ISACA

ISACA® (www.isaca.org) champions the global workforce advancing trust in technology. For more than 55 years, ISACA has empowered its community of 185,000+ members with the knowledge, credentials, training and network they need to thrive in fields like information security, governance, assurance, risk management, data privacy and emerging tech. With a presence in more than 190 countries and with nearly 230 chapters worldwide, ISACA offers resources tailored to every stage of members’ careers—helping them to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape, drive trusted innovation and ensure a more secure digital world. Through the ISACA Foundation, ISACA also expands IT and education career pathways, fostering opportunities to grow the next generation of technology professionals.

Overview

The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for driving ISACA’s global sourcing and procurement functions across all business units and affiliated entities. This role goes beyond transactional purchasing, serving as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and a key partner in advancing ISACA’s operational and financial objectives. The Senior Procurement Specialist follows sourcing strategies, leads complex negotiations with vendors, and ensures the organization secures best-in-class products and services that balance quality, cost, compliance, and risk.

Working closely with the Senior Manager, Vendor Management this role ensures timely and compliant contract execution while championing sourcing best practices across the enterprise. The Senior Procurement Specialist provides expertise and guidance to business units, enabling them to make informed sourcing decisions aligned with ISACA’s Procurement Policy, values, and long-term strategy.

This position plays a pivotal role in building and managing high-impact vendor relationships, driving measurable cost savings, and embedding sourcing excellence into ISACA’s culture. By aligning procurement strategies with organizational priorities, the Senior Procurement Specialist ensures ISACA achieves sustainable value, operational efficiency, and enhanced vendor performance in support of its mission.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Operations

Focus: Managing the full procurement lifecycle — from sourcing and vendor selection to negotiation and contract compliance.

Includes:

• Manage day-to-day sourcing and procurement activities for ISACA and its affiliated entities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify sourcing requirements and assist the business unit with qualified vendors.
• Lead RFQs and RFPs to secure competitive pricing and quality service delivery.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and make recommendations based on cost, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Negotiate vendor pricing, terms, and timelines in alignment with organizational standards.
• Partner with the CLM team to support accurate and timely contract execution.
• Ensure sourcing decisions and contract terms comply with organizational standards and policies.
• Monitor supplier performance and market conditions to inform sourcing decisions.

Vendor Relationship Management

Focus: Building, maintaining, and improving relationships with vendors to ensure optimal service delivery and issue resolution. Includes:

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, assist the primary business contact and Vendor Manager with performance issue escalations.
• Act as a liaison between ISACA and 3rd parties to drive improvements in vendor quality, service delivery, and negotiate favorable terms.

Compliance, Training & Continuous Improvement

Focus: Ensuring adherence to procurement standards while driving efficiency and process improvements. Includes:

• Provide training and guidance to business unit stakeholders on the Procurement Policy.
• Enforce procurement standards across the organization to ensure compliance.
• Lead continual process improvement initiatives, including streamlining internal processes and cost savings.
• Support process documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to cost-savings, efficiency projects, and other special assignments as directed.

 

Qualifications

Minimum Level of Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field from an accredited university, or an equivalent combination of education and progressive professional experience in procurement or strategic sourcing.

Minimum Years of Experience Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of rel