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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Specialist, IT Procurement (Software & Technology) - **Company:** KBR Inc - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Technology Consulting, IT Management, Microsoft Software, Oracle (Applications), Procurement Software, Software Tools, Broadcom, Cloud Services, Salesforce.Com, SAP (Applications), Software Asset Management, Software Licensing, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Adobe, Information Technology, SAP Ariba, Coupa Procurement, Ansys, Autodesk Autocad, Workday, Servicenow - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/5035F889A5774B47BC5618A2CFA12671/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Experience in lieu of a degree will also be considered. * Minimum 5-8 years of progressive experience in IT procurement, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, software licensing, or supplier management. * Demonstrated experience negotiating enterprise software, SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity, engineering software, and technology services agreements. * Experience managing strategic supplier relationships and complex commercial negotiations. * Strong understanding of software licensing models, subscription-based services, cloud consumption agreements, and technology procurement practices. * Experience supporting cross-functional teams and enterprise technology initiatives., * 8+ years of technology sourcing and procurement experience. * Experience supporting large global organizations and multi-business-unit environments. * Experience with software asset management (SAM), cloud financial management (FinOps), or IT vendor management programs. * Knowledge of enterprise procurement and ERP platforms such as Deltek, SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, ServiceNow, or similar systems. * Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPSD, CPM, CSCP, ITAM, SAM, FinOps Certified Practitioner, or equivalent. * Experience negotiating agreements with major technology suppliers such as Microsoft, Oracle, AWS, Google Cloud, Salesforce, Broadcom, Adobe, ServiceNow, Workday, IBM, and engineering software providers including Ansys, Autodesk, Bentley, Aveva, and AspenTech. ## Description The Sr. Specialist, IT Procurement is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, procurement, negotiation, and supplier management of enterprise software, SaaS applications, cloud services, technology platforms, cybersecurity solutions, and other IT-related products and services. This position serves as a trusted advisor to Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance, Legal, Enterprise Architecture, Digital Transformation, and business stakeholders to ensure technology investments deliver maximum commercial value while minimizing financial, contractual, operational, and compliance risks. The role requires deep expertise in software licensing models, SaaS agreements, cloud consumption contracts, maintenance and supportrenewals, subscription-based services, and technology supplier negotiations.The individual will manage complex sourcing initiatives from initial businessrequirements through contract execution and ongoing supplier relationshipmanagement. Working with limited supervision, the Sr. Specialist applies advanced procurement knowledge, commercial acumen, analytical expertise, andnegotiation skills to optimize spend, improve supplier performance, supporttechnology transformation initiatives, and ensure alignment with corporateprocurement and governance requirements. The position also provides mentorship, guidance, and qualityoversight to procurement specialists and junior sourcing professionals whilesupporting continuous improvement initiatives across the procurementorganization., Strategic Sourcing & Category Management * Lead strategic sourcing and category management initiatives for enterprise software, SaaS, cloud services, cybersecurity, hardware, telecommunications, technology consulting, and related IT categories. * Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and technology roadmaps; conduct market intelligence, benchmarking, supplier evaluations, and competitive RFI/RFQ/RFP processes. * Evaluate supplier offerings, commercial models, and licensing structures to identify best-value solutions and cost optimization opportunities. Software & Cloud Licensing Management * Negotiate software licensing, SaaS subscriptions, cloud consumption, maintenance and support renewals, and technology services agreements. * Manage commercial relationships with major technology providers, including Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, AWS, Google Cloud, Salesforce, Broadcom, Adobe, ServiceNow, Workday, and engineering software providers such as Ansys, Autodesk, Bentley, Aveva, and AspenTech. * Evaluate licensing structures, usage rights, subscription models, user metrics, consumption-based pricing, and contractual commitments. * Partner with Software Asset Management, IT, and Finance to optimize license utilization, reduce redundant spend, consolidate suppliers, and support license compliance. Contract Negotiation & Commercial Management * Lead complex negotiations covering pricing, discounts, volume incentives, service levels, renewal protections, benchmarking, price increases, audit rights, intellectual property, data ownership, liability, termination, and other commercial terms. * Collaborate with Legal, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Risk, Finance, and business stakeholders to assess contractual risk and ensure agreements meet business, regulatory, security, and operational requirements. Supplier Relationship Management * Manage strategic technology supplier relationships and serve as the primary procurement contact for assigned suppliers. * Conduct supplier performance and business reviews; resolve disputes, service issues, invoicing discrepancies, licensing concerns, and delivery failures. * Negotiate corrective actions, service credits, refunds, remediation plans, and performance improvements while driving continuous supplier improvement. Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnership * Partner with IT leadership, project managers, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, Finance, and business stakeholders throughout the technology acquisition lifecycle. * Lead requirements gathering, market analysis, sourcing strategy, supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution. * Translate business requirements into effective sourcing and contracting strategies and support technology budgeting, forecasting, and investment planning. Procurement Governance & Compliance * Ensure compliance with procurement policies, delegated authority, financial controls, cybersecurity standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations. * Maintain accurate procurement and contract documentation and support internal and external audits. * Ensure suppliers meet security, insurance, contractual, and policy requirements while promoting procurement best practices and process standardization. Analytics & Continuous Improvement * Analyze technology spending and identify cost reduction, efficiency, and process improvement opportunities. * Support procurement technology, workflow automation, sourcing tools, and digital transformation initiatives. * Recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, controls, stakeholder experience, and business value. Leadership & Mentorship * Mentor procurement specialists and less experienced sourcing professionals and provide quality oversight of sourcing activities, commercial analyses, contract documentation, and negotiations. * Share best practices, support professional development, and serve as a subject matter expert in IT procurement and software licensing. ## Related Videos - [Cloud Vendor Lock-In - Is it just a new version of the Database Abstraction Layers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1185-cloud-vendor-lock-in-is-it-just-a-new-version-of-the-database-abstraction-layers) - [3x Performance: A Humbling Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100165-3x-performance-a-humbling-journey) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Design as an algorithm, not as a feature](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/471-design-as-an-algorithm-not-as-a-feature) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - How DevRel Makes Tech More Human](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2149-wearedevelopers-live-how-devrel-makes-tech-more-human) - [NoCode LiveCode: Leveraging AI Tools to Craft Fully Functional Apps!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1169-nocode-livecode-leveraging-ai-tools-to-craft-fully-functional-apps) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv)