Software Procurement Consultant

Software Procurement Consultant

contract type: full-time

location: Bucharest, Romania | working model:
hybrid

As a
Software Procurement Consultant
, you'll play a key role in advising clients on strategic software sourcing. You'll work closely with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure that every procurement decision supports business needs, budgets, and long-term goals. Your expertise in software licensing, negotiation, and vendor management will drive efficient, cost-effective procurement processes and sustainable partnerships.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to identify software requirements that align with business strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend software vendors based on offerings, reputation, and overall value.
• Advise on licensing models (SaaS, perpetual, subscription) and recommend the most suitable agreements.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses to identify savings and maximize value.
• Negotiate favorable terms with software vendors, including pricing, conditions, and renewals.
• Oversee contract lifecycles to ensure compliance and manage renewals or amendments.
• Act as a liaison between clients and vendors to optimize performance and resolve challenges.
• Stay informed about market trends and emerging technologies to provide relevant, data-driven recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline software costs through license optimization and consolidation.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and communications.
• Support additional tasks and projects as assigned by leadership.

Job Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in IT consulting, software sales, or software license sourcing.
• Proven background in software procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Strong understanding of software licensing models, procurement processes, and supplier ecosystems.
• Familiarity with software asset management and contract terminology.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical mindset with curiosity for problem-solving and value optimization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement or contract management tools.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, CPCM) are an advantage.

Who You Are

• A motivated self-starter who thrives both independently and in a team setting.
• Customer-focused and skilled at building strong, trust-based relationships.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable engaging with sales teams, senior management, and global stakeholders.

Our company benefits vary based on your location, but always include:

• Global company culture

: We defined our 7 core values through our company culture (

).
- A

mentor

who supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action.
- President's Club

: Recognition awarded by leadership and your peers.
- Flexible work

: Do great work from anywhere but also visit local office to deliver excellence in team relationship.
- Lifelong education

: A variety of

training and development 

opportunities.
- Employee stock option programs

(SIX: SWON): Be an owner. All employees can be shareholders.
- Hire to Grow

: We optimize our internal structures and feedback culture constantly to be your Employer of Choice, today and in future.

Company description

SoftwareOne and Crayon have joined forces to become a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider. With a presence in over 70 countries and a team of around 13,000 professionals, the combined organization brings together global scale and local expertise to help clients reduce costs, accelerate growth, and navigate complex IT environments with confidence. Leveraging deep capabilities in cloud, software, data, and AI, the company empowers organizations to modernize, innovate, and unlock the full value of their technology investments. Exchange and Euronext Oslo Børs under the ticker symbol SWON. Visit us