Procurement Manager (SaaS)

TL;DR

Procurement Manager (SaaS): Optimising SaaS procurement for customers by developing strategic sourcing plans and navigating negotiations with key vendors with an accent on commercial strategy and supplier lifecycle management. Focus on delivering high-value savings, managing strategic private-equity relationships, and aligning technology purchases with C-suite objectives.

Location: London, UK (Must be legally able to work in the specified region)

Company

An AI-powered procurement platform that helps companies transform how they manage and optimize their technology spend.

What you will do

• Manage a portfolio of accounts to deliver optimal SaaS procurement outcomes and commercial strategies.
• Lead high-value negotiations for SaaS purchases and renewals on behalf of customers.
• Develop software commercial category strategies to maximize commercial benefit for clients.
• Act as the primary buy-side contact, ensuring customers' commercial objectives are met.
• Collaborate with account management and sales teams to maintain strong client relationships.
• Work with senior stakeholders to align procurement with their technology strategy and purchase objectives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in high-volume and high-value commercial transactions in a buying or selling capacity.
• Deep expertise in SaaS negotiation levers and strategic sourcing strategies.
• Commercial experience in indirect procurement or procurement consulting.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with C-suite stakeholders.
• Must be legally able to work in the United Kingdom.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced startup environment with remarkable revenue growth.
• Opportunity to make an outsized impact within a highly motivated team.
• Backed by leading investors including Bessemer Venture Partners and Lakestar.
• Collaborative work environment with a mission to build an Intelligent Procurement Platform.