Software Commodity Manager
Core
Own the strategy, sourcing, and vendor relationships for software licenses, SaaS platforms, and technology subscriptions powering engineering, operations, and business functions.
Role type
Software Commodity Manager
Builds
Software procurement function, vendor catalog, license inventory, and cost-saving initiatives for a defense contractor
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Software Procurement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Software licensing models, vendor negotiation, RFP management, market intelligence, portfolio rationalization, contract redlining, ITAR/export compliance, SLA management, stakeholder partnership
Preferred skills
Engineering/defense software procurement (MATLAB, Ansys, CAD), SAM program implementation, cloud procurement (AWS, Azure, GCP), aerospace/defense background
Technologies
MATLAB, Ansys, Siemens NX, JIRA, AWS, Azure, GCP
Responsibilities
Own commodity strategy for software spend; lead sourcing events and RFPs; build and maintain vendor catalog and license inventory; develop market intelligence; consolidate redundant tools; manage vendor relationships and renewals; negotiate ELAs and SaaS subscriptions; partner with legal on contract review; manage vendor performance and SLA compliance; ensure compliance with ITAR and CMMC; advise stakeholders on licensing models; resolve vendor issues
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
