Director Analyst, Procurement Technology Expert (Remote-Eastern Canada)

Gartner, Inc.; Canada; Remote; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner, Inc. is seeking a Director Analyst specializing in Procurement Technology to provide research and advisory services. The role focuses on helping clients enhance their procurement capabilities through technology, requiring extensive experience in procurement applications and digital transformation. Join a leading company that values collaboration and offers a flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with procurement applications.
• Familiarity with solutions like Coupa, SAP Ariba, GEP.
• Experience leading digital transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop research and advice on procurement technology.
• Help clients understand technology impacts on procurement.
• Support procurement leaders and technology vendors.

Skills

Procurement applications

Digital transformation

Vendor management

Change management

AI in procurement

Emerging technologies

Tools

Coupa

SAP Ariba

GEP

Jaggaer

Ivalua

Job description

Director Analyst, Procurement Technology Expert (Remote-Eastern Canada)

About this role:

Gartner is seeking a Director Analyst to provide research and advisory services to global clients in the US, EMEA, and beyond. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Procurement or IT Leader serving Procurement, vendor product management, or consultancy, working with senior institutional leadership. The role involves helping executives transform their procurement digital capabilities and achieve best-in-class performance.

What you will do:

You will collaborate with a team of experienced experts to develop pragmatic, authoritative research and advice addressing clients' priorities in procurement technology. Your focus will be on helping clients understand the impact of technology on procurement and selecting the best-fit vendors. You will support procurement leaders, application managers, technology vendors, consultants, and investors.

You will produce research and thought leadership on topics including:

• Using AI to improve automation in sourcing and procurement
• Emerging analytics for source-to-pay processes
• Business value drivers for sourcing and procurement applications
• Creating technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives
• Selecting vendors within the Source-to-Pay market landscape
• Planning and managing procurement technology implementations
• Driving adoption and ROI for procurement tech

Keys to success:

• Staying ahead of developments in procurement applications and adjacent areas
• Delivering high-quality, actionable advice via presentations, calls, and discussions
• Writing clear, high-quality research documents

What you’ll need:

• 10+ years of experience with procurement applications, including selection, implementation, adoption, change management, or vendor management
• Familiarity with solutions from providers like Coupa, SAP Ariba, GEP, Jaggaer, and Ivalua
• Ability to articulate the role of procurement technology in delivering business value
• Experience leading digital transformation projects
• Insight into emerging technologies relevant to procurement

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Who are we?

Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), guides global leaders with expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable insights, helping organizations succeed in their priorities.

Founded in 1979, we have over 21,000 associates supporting approximately 14,000 client enterprises across 90 countries. We value intellectual curiosity, energy, and drive to make a difference.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our success offers opportunities for professional growth and personal development. We foster collaboration and inclusivity, bringing together diverse individuals to achieve results. We invest in leadership and strive to be recognized as a great place to work.

What do we offer?

Gartner provides competitive benefits, compensation, and rewards top performers. Our hybrid work environment offers flexibility, supporting productivity and community engagement.

Join us to grow your career with Gartner.

Gartner is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, offering accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].