Mid+ Software Asset & IT Procurement Analyst
Description
Company Overview:
Lean Tech is a rapidly expanding organization situated in Medellín, Colombia. We pride ourselves on possessing one of the most influential networks within software development and IT services for the entertainment, financial, and logistics sectors. Our corporate projections offer a multitude of opportunities for professionals to elevate their careers and experience substantial growth. Joining our team means engaging with expansive engineering teams across Latin America and the United States, contributing to cutting-edge developments in multiple industries.
Currently, we are seeking a Mid+ Software Asset & IT Procurement Analyst to join our team. Here are the challenges that our next warrior will face and the requirements we look for:
Position Title: Mid+ Software Asset & IT Procurement Analyst
Location: Remote
What are we looking for:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to join our Technology Business Management (TBM) team. This role focuses on software asset management governance and procurement lifecycle oversight, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and collaboration across IT, Procurement, and business units.
The ideal candidate will support contract execution, facilitate procurement processes, and maintain oversight of software renewals through dashboards and reporting tools. This role requires strong communication skills, knowledge of procurement and contract lifecycles, and the ability to use Power BI at a power-user level to track and report on key data.
What you will be doing:
Software Asset Management & Governance
- Maintain and monitor software asset inventory across business units and shared services.
- Track renewals, expirations, and recurring payments, ensuring decisions are initiated at least 90 days before contract expiration.
- Partner with contract owners and budget stakeholders to consolidate contracts and optimize licensing terms.
- Use Power BI dashboards (user-level, not developer) to review data, monitor renewals, and facilitate decision-making.
Contract & Procurement Lifecycle Support
- Serve as the liaison for IT contract execution and procurement coordination.
- Facilitate the end-to-end procurement lifecycle: from Purchase Requisition (PR) to Purchase Order (PO).
- Collaborate with Procurement, IT budget owners, and vendors to ensure timely contract renewals and accurate order processing.
- Provide guidance or direct support to contract owners during procurement steps.
Communication & Collaboration
- Engage with contract owners, procurement, and stakeholders across departments to drive timely decisions.
- Communicate commercial terms of contracts (not legal terms) clearly to non-technical and technical stakeholders.
- Ensure alignment with corporate procurement policies and financial governance.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in IT procurement, software asset management, or contract governance.
- Familiarity with enterprise procurement processes and software licensing models.
- Experience using Power BI dashboards (power user, not developer).
- Strong communication skills and ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
- Knowledge of PR/PO lifecycle within ERP systems (Oracle ERP experience preferred).
- Familiarity with CapEx/OpEx principles is a plus.
Soft Skills:
- Effective communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts clearly, ensuring alignment across multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills to proactively identify issues within automation processes and develop efficient solutions.
- Adaptability and openness to learning, crucial for staying updated with industry trends and adopting new low-code/no-code technologies effectively.
- Time management skills to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
Why you will love Lean Tech:
- Join a powerful tech workforce and help us change the world through technology
- Professional development opportunities with international customers
- Collaborative work environment
- Career path and mentorship programs that will lead to new levels.
Join Lean Tech and contribute to shaping the data landscape within a dynamic and growing organization. Your skills will be honed, and your contributions will play a vital role in our continued success. Lean Tech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.