Sr Director Analyst- Procurement Technology, Contract Lifecycle Management & AI
Gartner · Remote (UK)
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About the role
Gartner is the world's leading research and advisory company, helping enterprise leaders make faster, smarter decisions and achieve their most critical priorities. Our analysts are industry thought leaders who provide actionable, objective insight to senior executives around the world.
We are seeking a Senior Director Analyst to join Gartner's Procurement Technology research team. This role is ideal for an experienced procurement technology expert with deep knowledge of Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), Source-to-Pay (S2P) technologies, and the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in procurement.
As a Gartner analyst, you will shape the market's understanding of procurement technology, advise senior executives on critical decisions, and drive thought leadership that influences organizations worldwide.
Lead Industry Research
Develop and deliver compelling, evidence-based research for procurement and technology leaders.
Contract intelligence and supplier intelligence
Identify emerging trends, market disruptions, and innovative technologies impacting procurement organizations.
Advise Senior Executives
Serve as a trusted advisor to Chief Procurement Officers, Heads of Procurement Technology, Digital Transformation Leaders and CIOs.
Conduct high-value client inquiries and strategic advisory discussions.
Help clients
Develop digital transformation vision & strategy for procurement
Prioritize and sequence procurement tech investments including AI
Evaluate, select, and navigate complex vendor decisions
Follow best practices for technology implementation and adoption
Deploy effective change management for procurement technology
Understand the evolution and future of the procurement technology landscape
Deliver World-Class Thought Leadership
Publish innovative research that addresses clients' most pressing challenges.
Contribute to Gartner's market-leading methodologies, frameworks, and assessment models.
Present at Gartner conferences and executive events globally.
Facilitate executive roundtables, webinars, and peer discussions.
Assess the Procurement Technology Market
Engage with leading technology providers, startups, investors, and industry practitioners.
Evaluate emerging and established vendors across the procurement technology ecosystem.
Shape the Future of AI in Procurement
Lead research into the capabilities of various types of AI in procurement (i.e. generative AI, agentic AI)
Help clients separate AI hype from practical business outcomes
Lead research into the impact of AI on procurement over time
Establish best practices for governance, adoption, risk management, and value realization.
Required Experience
Significant experience within procurement technology (source-to-pay), sourcing technology, and CLM technology.
Deep expertise in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), including vendor landscape of standalone CLM providers.
Deep understanding of Source-to-Pay (S2P) suites and procurement technology ecosystems, including vendor landscape.
Experience advising executives, leading transformation initiatives, and assessing procurement technology vendors.
Demonstrated expertise in Artificial Intelligence applications within procurement, sourcing, contracting, or supplier management.
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