Manager, Software Procurement

Spectrum; New York (NY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum is seeking a Manager, Software Procurement to lead enterprise-wide software agreements, drive cost reductions, and manage supplier relationships across the organization.

You will analyze cost models, negotiate contracts, and align procurement with business and technical owners, guiding cross-functional teams and leveraging RFP/RFQ/RFI processes to secure favorable terms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years procurement contract negotiation and contract management experience.
• 1+ year electronic procurement or contract solutions experience.
• Knowledge of software and related services including perpetual, term and subscription agreements, maintenance and support and other IT products.
• Strong understanding of software contract terms and conditions.
• Familiarity with software and IT terminology.
• Proven negotiating skills with adaptability.
• Ability to prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and writing skills.
• Leadership skills to supervise and motivate others.
• Decision-making and problem-solving under pressure.
• Internal stakeholder management skills with the capacity to build trust and deliver solutions.
• Knowledge of the P2P process and ability to identify solutions for spend categories.

Responsibilities

• Analyze software cost models and present recommendations to stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations and manage large-scale software agreements alongside senior team members.
• Strategize with business and technical owners to clarify organizational needs.
• Guide cross functional teams to develop requirements for supplier responses.
• Research and identify reliable sources of supply for Spectrum’s software needs.
• Leverage supply market knowledge to drive supplier selection through formal processes like RFP, RFQ and RFI.
• Evaluate the financial stability of suppliers and perform business analysis focused on total cost of ownership.
• Recommend strategic purchasing decisions to executive management.
• Pursue cost savings opportunities and oversee supplier performance as an escalation point when necessary.
• Develop and communicate strategic category plans to align with business objectives.
• Manage change adoption and influence operational and technical improvements in procurement.

Skills

Software procurement

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost modeling

Supplier evaluation

RFP/RFQ/RFI

P2P process knowledge

Contract management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

This posting has been extended beyond it's anticipated closing date.

Do you excel at navigating complex software agreements and driving strategic procurement decisions? As Manager, Software Procurement at Spectrum, you’ll lead enterprise-wide projects, collaborate with stakeholders and manage supplier relationships to deliver exceptional value. Your expertise in contract management and supplier selection will help reduce costs and optimize business outcomes, leaving a lasting impact across the organization.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Analyze software cost models and present recommendations to stakeholders
• Lead negotiations and manage large-scale software agreements alongside senior team members
• Strategize with business and technical owners to clarify organizational needs
• Guide cross functional teams to develop requirements for supplier responses
• Research and identify reliable sources of supply for Spectrum’s software needs
• Leverage supply market knowledge to drive supplier selection through formal processes like RFP, RFQ and RFI
• Evaluate the financial stability of suppliers and perform business analysis focused on total cost of ownership
• Recommend strategic purchasing decisions to executive management
• Pursue cost savings opportunities and oversee supplier performance as an escalation point when necessary
• Develop and communicate strategic category plans to align with business objectives
• Manage change adoption and influence operational and technical improvements in procurement

Working Conditions

• Office environment

What You’ll Bring to Spectrum

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

• 3+ years procurement contract negotiation and contract management experience
• 1+ year electronic procurement or contract solutions experience

Skills

• Knowledge of software and related services including perpetual, term and subscription agreements, maintenance and support and other IT products
• Strong understanding of software contract terms and conditions
• Familiarity with software and IT terminology
• Proven negotiating skills with adaptability
• Ability to prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and writing skills
• Leadership skills to supervise and motivate others
• Decision-making and problem-solving under pressure
• Initiative and sound judgment to accomplish job duties
• Internal stakeholder management skills with the capacity to build trust and deliver solutions
• Knowledge of the P2P process and ability to identify solutions for spend categories

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

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The base pay for this position generally is between $98,900.00 and $191,100.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

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