Global Lead Buyer, Software

Global Lead Buyer - Software | Amsterdam - Hybrid (must be based or relocate close to Amsterdam) | Global Procurement Transformation | Major Player

We're supporting a leading major international organisation as they strengthen their global Technology Procurement function, with an opportunity for an experienced software procurement professional to take ownership of major supplier relationships and negotiations at group level.

The role:

• Lead complex, high-value negotiations with global software suppliers, covering major contracts, renewals, licensing and commercial agreements.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, securing value, contractual flexibility and effective risk management.
• Develop and execute sourcing and category strategies across software.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders across Procurement, Technology, Legal and the wider business to deliver global procurement objectives.
• Drive a more structured, proactive approach to category management, using market intelligence and supplier insights to identify opportunities.

Looking for someone who:

• Has strong hands-on experience negotiating global software agreements, ideally with major vendors such as Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, IBM, Broadcom or ServiceNow.
• Understands complex software licensing models, commercial structures and supplier negotiation tactics.
• Can demonstrate specific negotiation outcomes, including savings, improved contractual terms, reduced risk or greater flexibility.
• Is comfortable operating in a complex, highly regulated environment and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Brings strong commercial judgement, category knowledge and the ability to build effective relationships across a global organisation.

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands | Hybrid working | Relocation welcome for EU citizens

Interested, or know someone who could be a good fit? Please get in touch for a confidential discussion.