Senior Director Analyst – Procurement Technology, Contract Lifecycle Management, AI

Gartner

. Develop and deliver compelling, evidence-based research for procurement and technology leaders .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in procurement technology, particularly in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) and Source-to-Pay (S2P) ecosystems, while effectively advising executives on digital transformation strategies and AI applications in procurement. Possesses strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills to synthesize complex information into actionable insights for senior leaders.

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Procurement Technology ExpertiseContract Lifecycle Management (CLM)Source-to-Pay (S2P) KnowledgeArtificial Intelligence ApplicationsExecutive Advisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Procurement Digital TransformationVendor EvaluationAI GovernanceRisk ManagementMarket Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsPresentation SkillsExecutive PresenceCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP AribaCoupaIvaluaOracleJAGGAERGEPIcertisSirionIroncladAgiloft

Industry Keywords

Procurement OrchestrationContract IntelligenceSupplier IntelligenceDigital ProcurementMarket Quadrants

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and deliver compelling, evidence-based research for procurement and technology leaders
Establish Gartner's point of view on CLM, S2P, procurement orchestration, AI-enabled procurement, contract intelligence, and supplier intelligence
Identify emerging trends, market disruptions, and innovative technologies impacting procurement organizations
Advise Chief Procurement Officers, Heads of Procurement Technology, Digital Transformation Leaders, and CIOs
Conduct high-value client inquiries and strategic advisory discussions
Help clients develop procurement digital transformation strategies, prioritize technology and AI investments, evaluate vendors, implement technology, manage adoption, and navigate change
Publish innovative research addressing clients' challenges
Contribute to Gartner methodologies, frameworks, assessment models, Market Overviews, Magic Quadrants, Market Quadrants, and Hype Cycles
Present at Gartner conferences and executive events globally
Facilitate executive roundtables, webinars, and peer discussions
Engage with technology providers, startups, investors, and industry practitioners
Evaluate emerging and established vendors across the procurement technology ecosystem
Lead research into generative AI and agentic AI capabilities in procurement
Help clients distinguish AI hype from practical business outcomes
Establish best practices for AI governance, adoption, risk management, and value realization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience within procurement technology (source-to-pay), sourcing technology, and CLM technology
Deep expertise in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), including standalone CLM provider landscapes
Deep understanding of Source-to-Pay (S2P) suites and procurement technology ecosystems, including vendor landscapes
Experience advising executives, leading transformation initiatives, and assessing procurement technology vendors
Demonstrated expertise in Artificial Intelligence applications within procurement, sourcing, contracting, or supplier management
Exceptional written, analytical, and presentation skills
Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insight
Strong executive presence and credibility with senior business leaders
Experience in procurement technology leadership, procurement consulting, enterprise software strategy, digital procurement transformation, CLM solution leadership, procurement operations and innovation, or industry analyst research welcomed
Experience with platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua, Oracle, JAGGAER, GEP, Icertis, Sirion, Ironclad, Agiloft, Conga, and other leading procurement and CLM vendors is highly valued

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive compensation
World-class benefits
Flexible hybrid work environment, working virtually when productive and meeting colleagues in person
Professional growth and career development opportunities
Inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities