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Our analysts are industry thought leaders who provide actionable, objective insight to senior executives around the world.\nWe 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.\nAs 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.\nWhat You'll Do\nLead Industry Research \nDevelop and deliver compelling, evidence-based research for procurement and technology leaders. \nEstablish Gartner's point of view on the evolution of: \nContract Lifecycle Management (CLM) technology \nSource-to-Pay (S2P) technology \nProcurement orchestration technology \nAI-enabled procurement \nContract intelligence and supplier intelligence \nIdentify emerging trends, market disruptions, and innovative technologies impacting procurement organizations. \nAdvise Senior Executives\nServe as a trusted advisor to Chief Procurement Officers, Heads of Procurement Technology, Digital Transformation Leaders and CIOs. \nConduct high-value client inquiries and strategic advisory discussions. \nHelp clients: \nDevelop digital transformation vision & strategy for procurement \nPrioritize and sequence procurement tech investments including AI \nEvaluate, select, and navigate complex vendor decisions \nFollow best practices for technology implementation and adoption \nDeploy effective change management for procurement technology \nUnderstand the evolution and future of the procurement technology landscape \nDeliver World-Class Thought Leadership\nPublish innovative research that addresses clients' most pressing challenges. \nContribute to Gartner's market-leading methodologies, frameworks, and assessment models. \nPresent at Gartner conferences and executive events globally. \nFacilitate executive roundtables, webinars, and peer discussions. \nAssess the Procurement Technology Market\nEngage with leading technology providers, startups, investors, and industry practitioners. \nEvaluate emerging and established vendors across the procurement technology ecosystem. \nContribute to Gartner market research including, but not limited to: \nMarket Overviews \nMagic Quadrants \nMarket Quadrants \nHype Cycles \nShape the Future of AI in Procurement\nLead research into the capabilities of various types of AI in procurement (i.e. generative AI, agentic AI) \nHelp clients separate AI hype from practical business outcomes \nLead research into the impact of AI on procurement over time \nEstablish best practices for governance, adoption, risk management, and value realization. \nWhat You'll Need\nRequired Experience\nSignificant experience within procurement technology (source-to-pay), sourcing technology, and CLM technology. \nDeep expertise in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), including vendor landscape of standalone CLM providers. \nDeep understanding of Source-to-Pay (S2P) suites and procurement technology ecosystems, including vendor landscape. \nExperience advising executives, leading transformation initiatives, and assessing procurement technology vendors. \nDemonstrated expertise in Artificial Intelligence applications within procurement, sourcing, contracting, or supplier management. \nExceptional written, analytical, and presentation skills. \nAbility to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insight. \nStrong executive presence and credibility with senior business leaders. \nPreferred Background\nWe welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including:\nProcurement technology leadership \nProcurement consulting \nEnterprise software strategy \nDigital procurement transformation \nCLM solution leadership \nProcurement operations and innovation \nIndustry analyst research \nExperience 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. \nWhat Makes a Successful Gartner Analyst\nSuccessful analysts are naturally curious, commercially minded, and passionate about helping executives solve complex challenges. \nThey: \nBring a distinctive point of view with strong positions on procurement technology. \nChallenge conventional thinking. \nThrive in ambiguous and rapidly changing markets. \nTransform complex topics into actionable guidance. \nInfluence thousands of organizations through their research and advisory work. \nEnjoy continuous learning and intellectual exploration. \nWhy Gartner\nAt 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.\nIf 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.\nWho are we?\nAt Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.\nOur mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.\nSince our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.\nWhat makes Gartner a great place to work?\nOur vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities - opportunities that may not even exist right now - for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.\nWe hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.\nOur teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.\nWe invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.\nGartner is the world authority on AI\nAt Gartner, you’ll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients’ AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You’ll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.\nIt’s an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that’s reshaping the way we operate. If you’re passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that’s guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.\nWhat do we offer?\nGartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.\nIn our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.\nReady to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.\nThe policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.\nGartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. 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