The Manager Procurement, Software will be responsible for leading the sourcing, negotiation, and lifecycle management of software solutions across the business. This role ensures alignment with business and enterprise strategy, drives cost optimization, mitigates risk, and fosters innovation through strategic vendor partnerships.
Please note: This position is being posted as a pipeline opportunity for a potential future hiring need within the organization.
This is an onsite opportunity based out of Alameda, CA.
What You’ll Work On
Develop and execute software sourcing strategies aligned with business and technology goals
Lead negotiations for complex, high-value software contracts to secure favorable terms and scalability
Build and manage a forward-looking, consolidated supplier base to support current and future needs
Partner with IT, Legal, Finance, and business units to align procurement with enterprise architecture
Administer software agreements to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
Monitor supplier performance against SLAs, KPIs, and business outcomes
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies related to licensing, data privacy, and vendor security
Track and forecast software cost drivers, usage trends, and market shifts to inform strategic decisions
Maintain and optimize software procurement budgets through cost-benefit analysis and lifecycle planning
Ensure timely acquisition of critical software to support product development and avoid delays in launch cycles
Establish scalable procurement models that reduce duplication and enable reuse of software components across the organization
Stay informed on emerging technologies, vendor roadmaps, and regulatory changes (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2)
Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, vendor capabilities, and technology adoption
Cultivate long-term, strategic relationships with key software vendors to foster innovation and agility
Provide centralized visibility into software needs and procurement plans to support strategic planning and digital transformation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain or equivalent.
5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement
3+ years sourcing/procuring indirect goods/services
Progressively responsible experience in purchasing/commodity management.
Proven experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, ideally in software or technology categories.
Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills.
Familiarity with software licensing models (SaaS, perpetual, subscription, on-premises) and enterprise IT environments.
Ability to analyze financial data and market trends to inform procurement strategy.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
1-3 years in purchasing/commodity mgt software.
Experience with complex licensing models, cloud/SaaS procurement, and risk/compliance frameworks.
- The base pay for this position is
- $114,000.00 – $228,000.00
- In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY
Category Management
DIVISION
LOCATION
United States > Alameda : 2601 Harbor Bay Parkway
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS
WORK SHIFT
Standard
TRAVEL
No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
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