Sr Procurement Specialist

• Leading end-to-end software sourcing initiatives, including developing RFQs, defining evaluation criteria, and managing the full RFQ process to identify best-fit suppliers.
• Driving software contract negotiations and guiding deals through final approval across all relevant functional stakeholders.
• Creating and maintaining complete contract documentation, including source justifications, RFQ materials, approval records, and audit-ready files.
• Managing software cost structures using vendor price lists and ensuring accuracy across varying formats.
• Producing internal and external audit-ready tracking reports, payment reports, and periodic updates.
• Analyzing complex datasets to identify gaps, inconsistencies, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Developing creative, scalable solutions to support "high-touch" supplier requirements in collaboration with ISG process teams.
• Providing regular status updates at cross-functional meetings and reporting key updates to senior leadership.
• Partnering with Lenovo cross-functional teams to translate software needs and requirements into sourcing actions.
• Managing ongoing relationships with a portfolio of software suppliers, including:
• Issue and escalation handling
• Cost and payment management
• Supplier performance reviews
• Vendor setup and relationship management
• Part number creation and maintenance
• Order placement and ensuring completion in Lenovo procurement systems
• Ensuring a high degree of accuracy in all data, reporting, and documentation-data precision is critical to this role

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, vendor management, or supply chain operations.
• Experience managing software or technology suppliers, contracts, or licensing agreements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with complex data, spot inconsistencies, and drive actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability to manage negotiations and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills-verbal, written, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with Excel, procurement systems, and data management tools.
• Experience with software procurement, enterprise licensing, or technology sourcing.
• Familiarity with RFQ creation, contract lifecycle management, and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of SAP, Oracle, Ariba, or similar procurement/ERP platforms.
• Experience working in a large global organization or matrix environment.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop process improvements.