About this role

Deliver high-quality consulting engagements across vendor management and software licensing.
Act as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders, including Procurement, IT, Finance, and Legal teams.
Diagnose client challenges and develop practical, value-driven solutions.
Lead or support workshops, assessments, and strategic reviews.
Lead and support complex contract negotiations with major software vendors on behalf of clients.
Develop negotiation strategies backed by data, benchmarks, and licensing expertise.
Advise on and execute contract exit strategies, including risk mitigation and transition planning.
Conduct detailed license position assessments and risk diagnostics.
Provide actionable recommendations to mitigate exposure and optimise licensing models.
Deliver benchmarking analysis on pricing, licensing structures, and commercial terms.

Experience in consulting, advisory, or client-facing commercial/procurement roles.
Strong expertise in software licensing (e.g., SaaS, enterprise agreements, cloud licensing, subscription models).
Demonstrated success in supporting or leading vendor negotiations.
Experience with software asset management (SAM) and license compliance.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, including financial modelling.
Ability to communicate complex licensing concepts in a clear, client-friendly way.

Vendor & Commercial Manager – Licensing Specialist

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