Strategic Software Procurement Lead

Charter Communications; New York (NY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Communications seeks a Manager, Software Procurement to lead enterprise-wide software negotiation and procurement initiatives. You will collaborate with stakeholders, guide supplier selections, and optimize total cost of ownership across critical software categories.

The role requires 3+ years in procurement and strong contract management, with experience in RFP/RFQ/RFI processes and cross-functional leadership. This position is office-based and offers robust compensation and benefits.

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.

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 reduction

RFP/RFQ/RFI

Contract knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Decision-making

Problem-solving

P2P process

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Charter Communications seeks a Manager, Software Procurement to lead enterprise-wide software negotiation and procurement initiatives. You will collaborate with stakeholders, guide supplier selections, and optimize total cost of ownership across critical software categories.

The role requires 3+ years in procurement and strong contract management, with experience in RFP/RFQ/RFI processes and cross-functional leadership. This position is office-based and offers robust compensation and benefits.