Strategic IT Software Sourcing & Contracts Lead

Gartner; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner seeks a Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for IT Software and negotiate complex contracts across various stakeholders. This role emphasizes building strong relationships and developing effective negotiation strategies. Candidates require a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in sourcing technology agreements.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to establish category plans, leading procurement processes, and ensuring compliance throughout the contracting process. Applicants should possess strong analytical and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant sourcing and negotiation experience in technology agreements.
• Proficient in e-sourcing, spend analytics, and contract lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic sourcing opportunities and develop category plans.
• Lead negotiations for complex contracts; influence senior leaders.

Skills

Negotiation strategies

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Creativity in problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

G-suite

Sourcing/Procurement solutions

Job description

Gartner seeks a Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for IT Software and negotiate complex contracts across various stakeholders. This role emphasizes building strong relationships and developing effective negotiation strategies. Candidates require a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in sourcing technology agreements.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to establish category plans, leading procurement processes, and ensuring compliance throughout the contracting process. Applicants should possess strong analytical and collaboration skills.