Global Software Procurement Lead Permanent

Job Advert: Global Software Procurement Lead

About the Business
Join a leading global organisation that operates across multiple industries, providing innovative solutions to millions of customers worldwide. The business is at the forefront of its sector, driving operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement through strategic procurement initiatives. With a presence in over 40 countries, the organisation values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to its clients and stakeholders. Whilst a mature business, from a procurement perspective, they are still maturing as a function, so this individual will be central to continuing this journey as a leader within the team. There are plenty of exciting, large-scale, complex IT procurement projects to get involved in, with the business just coming off the back of a global technology transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the software category strategy for enterprise-level purchases, including SaaS, cloud, and on-premise solutions.
• Negotiate multi-year, high-value contracts with Tier 1 technology providers such as Salesforce, Oracle, and ServiceNow, managing contracts exceeding £100 million in lifecycle value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, serving as the primary liaison for strategic discussions and performance reviews, including regular QBRs.
• Drive third-party risk management and champion compliance with supplier diversity and procurement policies.
• Collaborate with C-suite executives and other senior stakeholders to align procurement strategies with the organisation’s broader business goals and technology roadmap.
• Explore market opportunities to optimise spend, achieve cost savings, and deliver long-term value.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, from supplier onboarding to offboarding, ensuring adherence to compliance standards and best practices.
• Lead supplier performance management, driving continuous improvement and ensuring key performance indicators (KPIs) are met or exceeded.
• Manage a team of 2 which in time will grow as the function continues to.

Key Skills Required:

• Proven Experience: At least 10 years of procurement and sourcing experience, with a focus on enterprise software and global-scale contracts.
• Expert Negotiator: Demonstrated ability to negotiate large-scale deals with Tier 1 technology providers. You must have experience with Salesforce and understand their licensing etc. Otherwise Oracle, Microsoft and ServiceNow would be a nice to have. You must have led the management of contracts exceeding £100 million in lifecycle value.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional influencing skills, with experience engaging and aligning with C-suite executives and senior stakeholders.
• Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of enterprise software categories, including SaaS, cloud, and data privacy/security considerations.
• Vendor Management: 7+ years of experience in managing vendor relationships, driving continuous improvement, and delivering value through supplier partnerships.
• Project Management: Excellent organisational skills, with a proven track record of managing complex projects across global teams.
• Management experience – Team of 2 that will grow over time

What is in it for you?

• A people focused business who lay as much focus on their employees as they do their customers
• An opportunity to build and grow a function with your own strategy – drive change
• Excellent benefits – car allowance, 10% pension contribution from the employer, family medical cover + more
• Strong flexible working

Tagged as: procurement, sourcing, cips, mcips, supplier, vendor, software, technology, salesforce, oracle, microsoft