2 of 2 Software Licensing Jobs in Reading

strategic focus on excellence in procurement continue to drive our global success. Role Overview We are seeking a commercially astute and technically competent Senior Software Sourcing Executive to join our global procurement team. The successful candidate will take ownership of end-to-end sourcing projects, vendor negotiations, and strategic … procurement initiatives with leading software providers. This is a pivotal role offering visibility across senior stakeholders, with the opportunity to shape and optimise global software procurement strategies. Key Responsibilities Lead sourcing and procurement initiatives for enterprise and specialised software solutions across the business. Manage commercial negotiations with … major software vendors (e.g., Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Adobe, Salesforce, ServiceNow). Partner with IT, Legal, Finance, and business units to align sourcing strategy with commercial and operational goals. Drive value creation through strategic supplier management, cost optimisation, and licensing efficiency. Deliver savings and manage contract risk while supporting More ❯

management of the relationship with the managed service provider, including performance against SLAs, charges for non-standard items, complaints, changes to service System changes (software upgrades, introduction of new systems Non-standard requests (new software requests, different/more powerful laptops, etc) Acquisitions of businesses - guidance on how … to absorb people and systems Security system monitoring - interpreting and managing output from the SOC (security operations centre) Software licensing (Microsoft, Mimecast, other systems (time recording, billing, marketing, etc) Change management (internal authorisation for significant system changes) Assistance to senior management in relation to IT issues (for example … integration with a new time/billing system) Response to technological change (e.g. major updates to Microsoft software, introduction of AI-based systems) Accreditation for security certificates (Cyber Essentials Plus, possibly ISO 27001) Assistance with AAF and other audits Management of joiner/leaver process Business continuity plan & disaster More ❯