Procurement Sourcing Manager – Technology (SaaS & Software)

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute sourcing strategies for SaaS platforms and enterprise software, including vendor selection, competitive events, and negotiations
• Manage an associate/team supporting software and SaaS sourcing activities, including new purchases, renewals, and expansions
• Negotiate favorable commercial terms, including subscription pricing, licensing models, renewal protections, usage tiers, and service-level agreements (SLAs)
• Partner with Technology and Finance to manage technology spend, including budgeting, forecasting, and renewal planning
• Drive license and subscription optimization, identifying opportunities to reduce cost, eliminate redundancy, and improve utilization
• Develop and maintain total cost of ownership (TCO) models and assist with business cases to support investment decisions
• Implement supplier management practices to maximize value, improve performance, and support adoption of key platforms
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment on selection, scalability, and integration needs, funding approval and contract execution
• Analyze market trends and pricing benchmarks to inform sourcing strategies and negotiations
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Support sourcing and management of technology contingent labor (staff augmentation and consulting) in partnership with Technology and HR
• Assist in negotiating rate cards, bill rates, and statement of work (SOW) engagements to ensure competitive pricing and alignment with business needs
• Provide input into labor demand planning, supplier selection, and performance tracking for external technology resources
• Present sourcing strategies, financial analyses, and outcomes to leadership to support decision-making
• Drive project execution, manage timelines, and communicate progress to stakeholders

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technology procurement or strategic sourcing, with a focus on SaaS and/or enterprise software
• Strong experience negotiating software licensing and SaaS subscription agreements
• Exposure to contingent labor sourcing, staffing agreements, or SOW-based engagements
• Experience developing financial models (TCO) and analyzing spend data
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work across Technology, Finance, and Business teams
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and results-driven with strong communication skills
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and maintain attention to detail to ensure successful project execution
• Strong contract negotiation skills, the ability to gather and analyze data, assess risks / gaps and make recommendations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office365
• Understanding of Oracle ERP applications a plus
• CPM/ CPSM certified is a plus
• Preferred Experience supporting SaaS portfolio management or software asset management (SAM)
• Familiarity with contingent workforce programs (MSP/VMS), IT staffing suppliers, and rate card negotiations
• Experience in retail, e-commerce, or digital environments