Category Manager – Software

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global brand in procurement is seeking a Software Category Manager to join their dynamic team in London. You will manage software license renewals, review agreements, and develop a Software Asset Management roadmap. This position offers a hybrid working model with three days in the office and two days remote. Strong experience in contract negotiation and managing software licenses is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing software license renewals and agreements.
• Familiarity with Software Asset Management (SAM) principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track software license renewals proactively.
• Review software license agreements for compliance.
• Develop and implement a SAM roadmap.

Skills

Software license management

Contract negotiation

Risk identification

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Category Manager – Software, London (City of London)

Client:

Beaumont Select

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

Job Description:

This innovative and fast-paced global brand is experiencing significant growth and is seeking a Software Category Manager / Senior Buyer to join their dynamic Procurement Team.

The successful candidate will support the Head of Procurement in delivering procurement services, implementing policies and processes, and supporting new projects to facilitate growth.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Manage and track software license renewals proactively and ensure timely renewals.
2. Review software license agreements for legal, financial, and operational compliance.
3. Identify risks, obligations, and opportunities within each agreement before legal review.
4. Develop and implement the company's Software Asset Management (SAM) roadmap aligned with business and IT strategies.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define milestones, goals, and initiatives for software asset management best practices.

This role offers a hybrid working model, with 3 days in the Central London office and 2 days remote.

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For more information, please contact Jane Wallbank at [phone].

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Beaumont Select is a leading supply chain and purchasing recruitment agency, specializing in permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue-chip client base with experienced supply chain and purchasing professionals. We are a reputable employment agency and employment business.