Global Software Procurement Lead Buyer

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Polska; On-site; PLN 210,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is looking for a Global Software Procurement Lead Buyer in Poland. This strategic position involves managing end-to-end software procurement across a diverse portfolio, collaborating closely with senior stakeholders, and negotiating high-value agreements with global software vendors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in global software procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and experience in multinational settings. If you seek to influence key decisions and drive substantial value, this role may be for you.

Qualifications

• Experience leading global or multinational software procurement initiatives.
• Track record in complex, multinational consulting environments.
• Ability to engage with C-suite and senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across software categories.
• Execute global software category strategies.
• Negotiate with major software vendors.

Skills

Global software procurement experience

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical capability

Vendor management

Fluent English

Job description

Global Software Procurement Lead Buyer | World‑Leading Technology & Professional Services Firm | €50,000 - €70,000 | Poland Based

To apply & learn more, please contact [e-mail]

Are you a strategic software procurement professional with proven experience operating in global or multi-national stakeholder environments?

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a global software category within one of the world's most respected technology and professional services organisations. The role sits at the heart of a highly sophisticated, matrixed procurement function and carries genuine influence across enterprise-wide technology and transformation initiatives.

You will lead strategic sourcing activity across critical software categories, partnering closely with C‑suite and senior global stakeholders to shape commercial strategy, manage complex vendor relationships, and deliver measurable value at scale.

The Role:

As Global Software Procurement Lead Buyer, you will be responsible for end‑to‑end strategic procurement across a diverse and business‑critical software portfolio, operating in a truly global context.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading global, strategic sourcing initiatives across enterprise software categories.
• Developing and executing global software category strategies, aligned with digital transformation, operational resilience, and financial performance.
• Owning complex, high‑value negotiations with major global software vendors and emerging technology providers, including licensing models, renewals, and enterprise agreements.
• Acting as a trusted commercial partner to senior leadership and executive stakeholders, influencing decisions and balancing risk, cost, and innovation.
• Managing strategic supplier relationships at a global level, driving performance, governance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Contributing to the ongoing evolution of the organisation's global software procurement and governance model.

What We're Looking For:

This role requires depth, not breadth. Candidates without software procurement experience in international or global environments are unlikely to be suitable.

You will bring:

• Demonstrable experience leading global or multi-national software procurement initiatives, including strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• A proven track record of operating in complex, multinational or consulting-led organisations (technology, professional services, banking, insurance, or global integrators translate well).
• The credibility and commercial maturity to engage confidently with C‑suite and senior executive stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of software procurement commercial models, licensing structures, contractual risk, and vendor management.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation capability, with a strategic rather than transactional mindset.
• Fluent, professional‑level English, used daily in stakeholder-facing environments.

If you are an experienced software procurement professional seeking a strategic, globally exposed role within a world‑class organisation, please contact [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

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