Sourcing & Contracts Analyst IT

About the role

The Sourcing & Contracts Analyst – IT will support the IT Department in managing sourcing, tendering, procurement, and contract administration for technology systems, software, cloud solutions, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital services, ensuring compliance with Qatar Government procurement requirements and internal policies.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end IT sourcing and procurement activities, including RFP/RFQ scoping, preparation, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and award.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable Qatar Government procurement procedures and internal governance requirements.
• Conduct market analysis, commercial evaluations, and cost benchmarking to support competitive sourcing and vendor selection.
• Prepare, review, and administer IT contracts covering software licensing, cloud services, infrastructure, cybersecurity, implementation, and technology services.
• Monitor vendor performance, contractual obligations, SLA compliance, renewals, and key milestones.
• Maintain accurate contract registers, procurement documentation, evaluation records, and progress dashboards.
• Coordinate with IT, Finance, Legal, Procurement, vendors, and other stakeholders throughout the sourcing and contracting lifecycle.
• Support audit requirements and ensure complete documentation in line with governance and control standards.
• Support the digitalization and continuous improvement of procurement workflows, reporting, and contract management processes.

Required profile

• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in IT procurement, strategic sourcing, tendering, or contract management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience within utilities, energy, government, or similar regulated sectors in Qatar.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar Government tendering and procurement regulations and practices.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP and e‑procurement platforms such as SAP or Oracle.
• Professional certifications (CIPS, PMP, ITIL) preferred.

Required skills

• Software
• Infrastructure
• e-Procurement platforms
• Cloud Services
• SAP
• Oracle
• Cybersecurity
• IT Procurement