Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MBO Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Procurement Consultant for an interim engagement supporting complex contracting and sourcing initiatives. The role focuses on negotiating enterprise software, SaaS, AI/ML, and technology platform agreements, managing renewals, optimizing licensing and spend, and partnering with stakeholders and suppliers as an individual contributor.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex contract negotiations with software, SaaS, AI/ML, and enterprise technology suppliers
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into effective contract terms
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, licensing structures, renewals, and other contractual provisions
- Manage complex contract renewals and identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve commercial outcomes
- Analyze software licensing models to identify and reduce shelfware, optimize utilization, and maximize spend
- Challenge assumptions and provide thoughtful pushback to both suppliers and internal business partners when appropriate
- Drive stakeholder alignment throughout the contracting and negotiation process
- Evaluate supplier proposals and develop negotiation strategies that align with business objectives
- Support procurement processes and maintain accurate contract and sourcing documentation
Skills
- 5+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or contract management
- Strong background in software and SaaS procurement, rather than materials or goods
- Demonstrated track record negotiating enterprise software agreements and complex technology contracts
- Strong understanding of software licensing, renewals, pricing models, and commercial terms
- Confident negotiator with the ability to push back professionally with both vendors and internal stakeholders
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across business, technology, legal, and finance teams
- Ability to operate independently and manage multiple complex negotiations in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Oracle Fusion or other ERP/procurement platforms is a plus
- Experience with Jira, Asana, or Freshservice is a plus
Benefits
- Remote work arrangement
- Possible contract extensions
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