21 Aug
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Prism
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Gurugram
Prism is a next-generation travel-tech and hospitality brand, born from the legacy of OYO — one of the world's largest hospitality companies. With a presence across 35+ countries and a workforce that spans time zones, Prism is reimagining how people experience stays, spaces, and the teams that power them. We are building a leaner, sharper, globally integrated people function — and this role sits at the heart of that ambition.
Prism is a global leader in hospitality technology, operating across 35+ countries with a diverse portfolio of brands and offerings. Expanding its portfolio to encompass Hotels, Vacation Homes, and Workspaces, managing renowned brands like OYO Hotels, Sunday, Innov8, Motel 6, Check My Guest, Belvilla, DanCenter, and Traum-Ferienwohnungen. Since its inception in 2013, OYO has become one of the world's fastest-growing hotel networks, overseeing 174K+ hotels and homes with 250K+ rooms globally. Its operations span the USA, Latin America, Europe, India, China, Japan, Malaysia, the UAE, Indonesia, and the UK.
As one of the few Indian startups achieving profitability, OYO boasts an EBIDTA of $100 million and aims for tenfold growth within the next five years.
Role Overview - We are seeking an experienced IT & Technology Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and vendor management across the organization's technology ecosystem. The role will be responsible for procuring IT infrastructure, hardware, software licenses, SaaS platforms, telecom services, cloud solutions, and technology-related service contracts while ensuring cost optimization, compliance, and business continuity.
Key Responsibilities
Vendor Categories Experience
Hands-on procurement experience across:
- Firewalls and network security solutions
- Microsoft licensing agreements
- Google Workspace/Gmail licensing
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- SaaS procurement
- SMS and communication providers
- Telecom and internet services
- Cybersecurity vendors
- Managed services and technology consulting firms
- Laptops and hardware procurement
- Laptop leasing and asset financing
- Other tech and IT related procurement
Commercial Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Pricing analysis
- TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) analysis
- Vendor benchmarking
- Cost optimization
- Spend management
Key Skills
- Lead commercial negotiations with technology vendors
- Identify cost-saving opportunities across technology spend categories.
- Consolidate vendors and negotiate enterprise-wide agreements.
- Track procurement KPIs and savings realization.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and approval frameworks.
- Partner with Legal, Finance, Security, and IT teams during contract reviews
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, SLAs, penalties, and renewal clauses.
- Manage supplier performance reviews and governance.
Required Skills & Experience
Procurement Expertise
- Solid experience in IT and technology procurement.
- Expertise in strategic sourcing, RFP/RFQ management, and contract negotiations.
- Experience negotiating enterprise agreements with major technology vendors.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, IT, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
The candidate should have managed Key Vendors such as
- Microsoft
- Google Workspace
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Dell
- HP
- Lenovo
- Cisco
- Fortinet
- Palo Alto Networks
- SMS providers (MSG91, Gupshup, Kaleyra, etc.)
- Telecom providers
- SaaS vendors
- Managed service providers
📌 Procurement Manager (Gurugram)
🏢 Prism
📍 Gurugram