Director of Technology Vendor Strategy

AVEVA SOFTWARE BRASIL LTDA.; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 307,000; Full time

Job summary

AVEVA in Lake Forest, California, seeks a Director of Technology Vendor Management to lead strategic sourcing, software license governance, and supplier relationships for its global R&D organization.

The role oversees negotiations, outsourcing partnerships, cloud and AI technology sourcing, and risk management to optimize cost, security, and compliance across the technology ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Commercial and legal expertise in enterprise software licenses, cloud commitments, outsourcing, and partnerships.
• Experience leading global outsourcing strategies and vendor portfolios with measurable outcomes.
• Deep understanding of supplier risk, cybersecurity, and software supply chain governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D supplier management, including developer tools, cloud services, and AI tech contracts.
• Drive strategic outsourcing, complex software and services negotiations, and governance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities via ELAs, volume discounts, and renewals.
• Implement SAM frameworks to optimize licensing and prevent over-provisioning.
• Oversee master service agreements, SaaS contracts, and licensing models to maximize value.
• Govern R&D technology supply chain, ensuring compliance and resilience.
• Lead AI/emerging tech vendor onboarding and governance with cross-functional teams.
• Establish supplier risk frameworks and regulatory compliance controls.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, IS, and Finance to align vendor strategies with business goals.

Skills

Commercial Legal

Outsourcing Leadership

Tech Risk Mgmt

Job description

AVEVA in Lake Forest, California, seeks a Director of Technology Vendor Management to lead strategic sourcing, software license governance, and supplier relationships for its global R&D organization.

The role oversees negotiations, outsourcing partnerships, cloud and AI technology sourcing, and risk management to optimize cost, security, and compliance across the technology ecosystem.