Manager, Procurement

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategy and commercial planning for software, SaaS, and IT consulting
• Review spend regularly to identify savings, consolidation, or renegotiation opportunities
• Work closely with Business Owners and Solution Managers to bring their input into supplier strategy, performance, and contract planning
• Bring market view on requirements gathering, solutioning and selection process engaging stakeholders to deliver sourcing events (RFX, benchmarks, structured negotiations) and partner collaboration.
• contract closure ensuring transparency and total value thinking (TVO)
• Lead commercial and contractual discussions in collaboration with Legal and other functions
• Track and compare actual value delivered vs. what was agreed; update contracts or scope if needed
• Ensure compliance by documenting sourcing steps and aligning with internal policies
• Continuously improve the category refine how we segment suppliers, negotiate, and engage with internal stakeholders
  

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in sourcing, category management, or commercial roles preferably in software, SaaS, or IT services
• Strong commercial understanding and ability to link supplier terms to business outcomes
• Confident in supplier conversations and leading cross-functional sourcing discussions
• Comfortable working with Vendor Managers to align sourcing with performance insights
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Experience working in a global, matrixed environment
• Bachelor's in a technical discipline such as IT, Computer Science, or Electronics; MCA or equivalent preferred.