Senior Director, Analyst - Public Cloud Sourcing Expert

Gartner; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research and advisory firm is seeking an experienced professional in Richmond, Canada. The role involves conducting research and providing actionable advice to clients about IT services and cloud contracts. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a preference for a Master's. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and a track record in IT procurement. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Charity match program

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of relevant industry experience, including three years in IT procurement or strategic sourcing related to cloud contracts.
• Proven track record of negotiating high-value public cloud contracts with major vendors.
• Strong analytical skills to gather and assess data for insights and research development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative research to create essential content that aids clients in achieving business outcomes in IT services.
• Provide actionable advice through various channels, including written responses, presentations, and webinars.
• Formulate comprehensive sourcing strategies for public cloud services, ensuring optimal vendor negotiations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Cloud services understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Employer Industry: Business and Technology Consulting

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary range of 155,200 CAD - 174,600 CAD, with potential for annual bonuses based on performance
• Opportunity for career advancement and professional development within a globally recognized firm
• Flexible hybrid work environment that supports both virtual and in-person collaboration
• Access to world‑class benefits, including a generous paid time off policy and charity match program
• Engage in meaningful work that impacts enterprise leaders and their strategic priorities

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Conduct innovative research to create essential content that aids clients in achieving business outcomes in IT services
• Provide actionable advice through various channels, including written responses, presentations, and webinars
• Formulate Interesse implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for public cloud services, ensuring optimal vendor negotiations
• Advise clients on contract management and risk mitigation, focusing on vendor performance and cost optimization
• Continuously monitor market trends in cloud services to inform negotiations and client strategies

What is Required (Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, computer science, or a related field; master's degree preferred
• At least 15 years of relevant industry experience, including three years in IT procurement or strategic sourcing related to cloud contracts
• Proven track record of negotiating high‑value public cloud contracts with major vendors
• Deep knowledge of public cloud optimization services and experience with hyperscale cloud infrastructure
• Strong analytical skills to gather and assess data for insights and research development

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with cloud‑native professional and managed services, particularly with AWS, Azure, and Oracle
• A passion for helping clients withNun IT services sourcing initiatives and demonstrating intellectual agility
• Ability to present effectively in various settings, from small groups to larger audiences
• Experience collaborating across teams to co‑write and produce research
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and a desire to continuously improve based on feedback

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