Lead procurement strategy across multiple studios, departments, and projects
Own end-to-end supplier and contract lifecycle management
Drive complex commercial and contractual negotiations
Review, interpret, and negotiate contractual terms, including legal clauses, risk allocation, and compliance requirements
Partner closely with Legal, Finance, IT, Production, and department leads
Identify cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality or delivery
Establish and maintain procurement governance, policies, and best practices
Proactively manage supplier risk, performance, and relationships
Provide clear procurement insights to support strategic decision-making
Act as escalation point for procurement and supplier-related matters

Procurement leadership or managerial experience
Strong track record in contract negotiation and contract management
Comfortable working with legal and contractual terminology (MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, SLAs, licensing agreements, etc.)
Able to identify commercial, legal, and operational risks within agreements
Confident stakeholder partner capable of influencing senior leaders
Structured, analytical, and detail-oriented
Independent, proactive, and solution-driven
Strong communicator and negotiator
Experience in gaming, technology, software, or creative industries is a plus
Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Law, or related field is beneficial

Interim Procurement Manager

Key skills