Software Sourcing Manager (Strategic Procurement)

The AES Group

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Remote
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    Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • Candidate Sourcingunmatched
    • Category Managementunmatched
    • Cloud Computingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Contract Negotiationunmatched
    • Contract Reviewunmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • Engineering Consultingunmatched
    • Enterprise Applicationsunmatched
    • Fortune 500 Customersunmatched
    • Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • License Agreementsunmatched
    • Licensing Negotiationsunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Procurement Managementunmatched
    • Procurement Softwareunmatched
    • Procurement Strategyunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
    • Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
    • Software Engineeringunmatched
    • Software Licensesunmatched
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)unmatched
    • Sourcing Strategyunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • eSourcingunmatched

    Description

    Role: Software Sourcing Manager (Strategic Procurement)
    Location: Boston, MA | New York or Remote (U.S.) with occasional travel to Boston

    Let's create our future together at The AES Group!

    About The AES Group:
    The AES Group is a premier technology and engineering consulting company that has been bringing businesses and talent together for over 20 years to deliver innovative solutions that have the greatest positive impact on society. AES has helped over 40 business enterprises, including Fortune 500 companies, engage their customers, empower their employees, and transform their business operations with the power of cloud, data, AI, engineering, and other emerging technologies.

    Job Summary
    We are seeking experienced Software Sourcing Managers to lead strategic sourcing initiatives for enterprise software, SaaS, cloud, and AI-related technologies. This is a hands-on procurement role focused on managing complex software negotiations, contract renewals, RFPs, and commercial agreements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead strategic sourcing and procurement for enterprise software, SaaS, cloud, and AI technologies.

    • Negotiate complex software licensing, SaaS, cloud, and commercial agreements.

    • Manage software renewals, new purchases, and vendor renegotiations.

    • Draft, review, and negotiate contract terms in partnership with Legal and Information Security teams.

    • Lead RFPs, RFIs, competitive sourcing events, vendor evaluations, and contract awards.

    • Identify cost-saving opportunities through contract optimization and vendor negotiations.

    • Partner with internal business stakeholders to deliver sourcing solutions and procurement support.

    • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

    Required Qualifications

    • 10+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience focused on enterprise software, SaaS, cloud, or IT services.

    • Proven experience negotiating complex software licensing and commercial agreements.

    • Strong background in software procurement, category management, and contract negotiations.

    • Experience leading RFP/RFI processes and competitive sourcing events.

    • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

    • Ability to work independently and manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously.

    • Strong commercial and negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience in Banking, Financial Services, or other highly regulated industries.

    • Exposure to AI software, cybersecurity software, cloud licensing, or DORA-related procurement.

    • Experience negotiating Master License Agreements (MLAs) and Cloud Agreements.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBoston, MA (
    Remote
    )

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