Vendor and Commercial Manager - Licensing Specialist

Responsibilities 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. Support clients through renewals, re-contracting, and vendor consolidation initiatives. Conduct detailed license position assessments and risk diagnostics. Identify compliance gaps, audit risks, and cost inefficiencies. Provide actionable recommendations to mitigate exposure and optimise licensing models. Support clients during vendor audits, including audit defence strategies and negotiation support. Deliver benchmarking analysis on pricing, licensing structures, and commercial terms. Leverage market intelligence and consulting tools to assess competitiveness. Translate benchmarking insights into clear negotiation levers and cost-saving opportunities. Present findings and recommendations clearly to senior client stakeholders. Requirements 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. Core Competencies Demonstrates strong expertise in software licensing, vendor management, and contract negotiations, with a focus on delivering actionable recommendations and strategic insights to optimize licensing models and mitigate risks. Proven ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse client stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor