Senior Software Procurement Manager
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Senior Software Procurement Manager at Geotab responsible for negotiating software contracts and managing software assets. Ensuring compliance and optimizing procurement strategies while collaborating with various teams.
Responsibilities:
- The Senior Software Procurement Manager ensures that Geotab achieves the best total cost for software through initial contract negotiations and continual assessment and review over the duration of software use and vendor relationship.
- Build, lead and execute category strategies that reduce the total cost of ownership while improving supplier performance and resilience.
- Lead software license and service procurement within the constraints of the Software Procurement Policy.
- Drive SaaS portfolio rationalization and vendor consolidation to prevent tech-stack creep: standardize license tiers and terms.
- Own renewals calendar and negotiation strategy for all software subscriptions; right-size license counts using utilization data.
- Lead high-level "Buy vs. Build" and "Tool A vs. Tool B" evaluations to reduce technical debt and redundant software spend.
- Act as the primary consultant and SME to leadership on software market trends, vendor consolidation strategies, and the fiscal impact of digital transformation.
- Ensure all software is accepted and licensed through Geotab’s Software Approval Process.
Requirements:
- 10–12 years of experience in software procurement, managing contracts exceeding $1M
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Commerce, or a related field
- Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience in related field may be substituted
- Certified Supply Chain or Procurement Professional -- NISCL-CIPS or ISM designation is an asset (not required)
- Deep understanding of various licensing structures and the legal jargon within Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
- Familiarity with industry standards for managing the lifecycle of software assets from procurement to retirement
- Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Capex vs. Opex, and financial depreciation of technology assets
- Understanding of the vendor landscape, including major players (AWS, Microsoft, Salesforce) and emerging niche tools
- Knowledge of how to defend license positions during vendor audits and the legal implications of non-compliance
- The ability to move beyond price-slashing to negotiate for "flexibility".
Benefits:
- Flex working arrangements
- Home office reimbursement program
- Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
- Online learning and networking opportunities
- Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
- Competitive medical and dental benefits
- Retirement savings program
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