Senior Software Contracts Lead – Negotiation & Governance

The Boots Company PLC; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization is seeking a Senior Technology Contract Manager to oversee software agreements, negotiate favorable terms with vendors, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software contract management, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a small team effectively. This role is based in Nottingham and offers a full-time, permanent position with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

24/7 counselling and support through Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in software contract management and negotiation.
• Knowledge of software licensing models and deal structures.
• Strong knowledge of major software vendors and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations with software vendors to secure favorable terms.
• Manage software contracts and ensure compliance with business objectives.
• Build relationships with key software vendors and stakeholders.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities across software portfolios.
• Manage and develop a small team.

Skills

Software contract management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Job description

A leading retail organization is seeking a Senior Technology Contract Manager to oversee software agreements, negotiate favorable terms with vendors, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software contract management, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a small team effectively. This role is based in Nottingham and offers a full-time, permanent position with competitive benefits.