Description Location: Houston (preferred), Dallas, Austin / San Antonio Work Model: Predominantly remote | Hybrid as needed Role Overview We are seeking a Global Procurement Specialist - IT on a contract‑to‑hire basis to support enterprise‑wide IT procurement. This role sits within a global procurement function that manages high‑impact, organization‑wide IT contracts and licensing. The ideal candidate has strong IT procurement experience, excellent communication skills, and thrives in a collaborative, global environment. Key Responsibilities + Manage the full IT procurement lifecycle, including reviewing, negotiating, and redlining IT contracts + Support large‑scale, high‑volume IT agreements and vendor relationships + Lead sourcing activities including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs + Negotiate favorable commercial terms focused on cost savings and risk mitigation + Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure contract alignment and compliance + Maintain contract and vendor documentation and support governance activities + Ensure procurement processes comply with internal policies and regulations Team & Environment + Work closely with one other procurement team member + Additional procurement hire underway in London + Global collaboration requires flexibility outside traditional business hours Requirements + 5+ years of IT procurement experience (5+ preferred) + Strong experience with IT contracts and vendor management + Experience supporting complex, high‑volume agreements + No legal background required + Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Location & Work Setup + Texas preferred: Houston (ideal), Dallas, Austin / San Antonio + Must be near a regional office + Candidates outside Texas considered but not ideal + Central Time Zone strongly preferred Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .