At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead software contract renewals and negotiate with top-tier vendors for optimal terms.
- Company: A leading organisation in the energy sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, hybrid work model, and opportunity to influence major projects.
- Other info: Short-term contract with potential for future opportunities in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on enterprise software transitions.
- Qualifications: Extensive procurement experience and strong negotiation skills in complex environments.
The Role A leading organisation in the energy sector is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to join the team for an initial 2 to 3-month contract.
You will lead the migration, renewal and restructuring of critical enterprise software contracts as part of a major business integration programme.
Working closely with senior stakeholders across legal, finance, technology and programme teams, you will help ensure service continuity, manage contractual risk and deliver strong commercial outcomes throughout the transition.
Responsibilities Lead software contract renewals, exits, novations and migrations across a portfolio of strategic suppliers.
Negotiate with Tier 1 software vendors to secure favourable commercial terms, cost efficiencies and value for money.
Review existing agreements to identify contractual obligations, risks and optimisation opportunities.
Develop commercial recommendations, provide governance updates and collaborate across legal, finance, technology and programme workstreams.
Requirements Significant procurement experience across enterprise software, technology contracts and supplier transitions.
Strong knowledge of software licensing models and contractual frameworks, with Oracle or wider ERP licensing experience highly desirable.
Proven success negotiating with major software vendors in large, complex enterprise environments.
Experience supporting integrations, separations, carve-outs or transformation programmes, alongside strong senior stakeholder management skills.
Details Start date: September 2026, exact date to be confirmed
Duration: 2 to 3 months Day rate: £500-£600 LTD Location: Hybrid, with 1 or 2 days per week in Leeds
Senior Procurement Specialist employer: Freshminds
Join a top-tier consultancy in London, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer extensive training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your career while working on impactful projects in the manufacturing sector. Enjoy the unique advantage of being part of a leading operations practice, where your contributions directly influence client success and operational excellence.
