Sr. SW Procurement Specialist

Lenovo
United States, North Carolina, Morrisville
Nov 10, 2025
General Information Req # WD00090931 Career area: Supply Chain Country/Region: United States of America State: North Carolina City: Morrisville Date: Monday, November 10, 2025 Working time: Full-time Additional Locations: * United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville Why Work at Lenovo We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers. Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). This transformation together with Lenovo's world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. Description and Requirements We are hiring an experienced professional to join a dynamic team within Lenovo's Global Procurement organization which is part of Lenovo's Global Supply Chain. This team provides support to internal stakeholders and business owners for their software requirements for Lenovo's PC and Smart Device division. There are multiple important roles within the team including Global Supply Managers who manage the supply of software license keys, Global Commodity Managers who manage the contractual and business relationship with a portfolio of software suppliers, and Global Operations Managers who manage the operational relationship with software suppliers. The team collectively manages over $3B in software spend on an annual basis and has an active portfolio of over 80 suppliers including industry leaders such as Microsoft, Google, Adobe, Dolby, McAfee, and Absolute. The team is about evenly divided as based in the USA and in China, and the team works with stakeholders in all Geographies around the world. Job Responsibilities Support high-volume software (SW) supplier management and facilitate cross-functional communication across Legal, Finance, R&D, and Business Units. Negotiate SW supplier contracts to secure terms that align with Lenovo's business objectives. Monitor SW supplier performance and address issues or discrepancies to support ongoing improvement. Provide assistance to Business Units and Segments in developing strategies consistent with industry standards to maintain product and software solution competitiveness. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, regulations, and standards. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, business management, supply chain management, or related field 5+ years of experience in procurement Knowledge of AI software/models and cloud services Preferred Qualifications: Strong international teamwork skills and experience on global partner management are preferred. Experience in procurement, contract management and/or procurement operations. Time flexibility, you will be working with international vendors AI knowledge Relationship building skills We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class. Additional Locations: * United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville * United States of America * United States of America - North Carolina * United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville