Software Procurement Manager
Our industry leading client is hiring a Software Procurement Manager who will drive strategic sourcing, negotiate high‑impact contracts, and influence enterprise‑wide procurement decisions. An ideal candidate is someone who excels in supplier strategy, cross‑functional collaboration, and delivering measurable business value.
What You'll Do
- Lead large‑scale software and technology procurement negotiations
- Guide cross‑functional teams through RFP/RFQ/RFI processes
- Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business goals and market dynamics
- Identify and evaluate new suppliers, including financial stability assessments
- Partner with technical and business stakeholders to define sourcing requirements
- Drive cost‑saving initiatives and present executive‑level recommendations
- Manage supplier performance and handle escalation issues
- Support enterprise adoption of new technologies, services, and tools
What You Bring
Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of procurement contract negotiation and management experience
- 1+ year of experience with e‑procurement or contract management tools
- Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
- Solid understanding of the procure‑to‑pay (P2P) process
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
Working Environment
- Hybrid schedule: four days onsite, one day remote
- Highly collaborative environment across procurement, finance, product, and technology teams
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