Job Description
Job Title: Senior Buyer - Software Sourcing Location: Dublin City (Hybrid with 3 to 4 days in office) Contract Type: 5 months Job Summary Our Tech Client in Dublin City is currently hiring for an Senior Buyer for Software sourcing. The successful candidate will join and be part of their global IT category team. This person will work closely with cross functional teams and key stakeholders to drive effective sourcing strategy to deliver the best outcome for the company. The Successful candidate will be required to have the necessary experience, category knowledge, skills and capabilities to deliver on strategic objectives. Job Responsibilities Lead sourcing activities related to procurement of enterprise and engineering software licenses. Negotiation of complex software agreements while ensure compliance to corporate governance requirements. Support global category manager for software in execution of the sourcing category strategy Development and maintenance of strong relationships with internal stakeholders ensuring timely renewals of software agreements Work with cross functional organizations in the delivery of strategic sourcing requirements. Continuous monitoring of internal customers and supply markets for changes that may impact the sourcing strategy. Financial performance monitoring of Software category vs prior year and baseline basis. Supplier relationship management to ensure continuity of supply and risk management. Requirements: Strong commercial acumen required for effective cost management Expert negotiation skills Expert understanding of the End User Licence Agreements and SaaS agreements Strong relationship and interpersonal skills to be applied in working with partners across the entire contract life cycle Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced matrixed environment Expert knowledge of the best sourcing practices and the methodologies used for this category of IT supplier /partner Project Management in complex multi-project and multi-geography environment Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications (including PowerPoint, Excel and Word) Leadership experience Excellent written and verbal communication and problem solving skills Highly driven and motivated Masters Degree in Business or equivalent is desirable Supply Chain qualifications (e.g. CIPS, IIPMM) is desirable KSGalway __PRESENT Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Ltd are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all of our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website. Skills: Tech software supply chain