Sr Director Analyst- Procurement Technology, Contract Lifecycle Management & AI

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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.
What You'll Do
Lead Industry Research
Develop and deliver compelling, evidence-based research for procurement and technology leaders.
Establish Gartner's point of view on the evolution of:
Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) technology
Source-to-Pay (S2P) technology
Procurement orchestration technology
AI-enabled procurement
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.
Contribute to Gartner market research including, but not limited to:
Market Overviews
Magic Quadrants
Market Quadrants
Hype Cycles
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.
What You'll Need
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.
Exceptional written, analytical, and presentation skills.
Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insight.
Strong executive presence and credibility with senior business leaders.
Preferred Background
We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including:
Procurement technology leadership
Procurement consulting
Enterprise software strategy
Digital procurement transformation
CLM solution leadership
Procurement operations and innovation
Industry analyst research
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.
What Makes a Successful Gartner Analyst
Successful analysts are naturally curious, commercially minded, and passionate about helping executives solve complex challenges.
They:
Bring a distinctive point of view with strong positions on procurement technology.
Challenge conventional thinking.
Thrive in ambiguous and rapidly changing markets.
Transform complex topics into actionable guidance.
Influence thousands of organizations through their research and advisory work.
Enjoy continuous learning and intellectual exploration.
Why Gartner
At Gartner, your expertise can influence the decisions of the world's leading organizations. You will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in research and advisory while helping senior leaders navigate one of the fastest-evolving areas of enterprise technology.
If you are passionate about procurement technology, excited by the transformative potential of AI, and motivated to shape the future of the market through thought leadership and client impact, we encourage you to apply.
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