Senior Procurement Specialist

DeepL

Senior Procurement Specialist managing vendor selection and contracts for AI solutions company. Collaborating with IT, Legal, Finance teams to ensure procurement compliance and efficiency.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT and SaaS procurement, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and compliance with procurement best practices. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and implement efficient procurement processes while maintaining clear communication.

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IT/SaaS Procurement ExperienceStrong Negotiation SkillsProcurement Best Practices KnowledgeCollaboration with Finance, Legal, and ITOrganizational and Time Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Vendor SelectionContract NegotiationProcurement Cycle ManagementSaaS ProcurementInvoice ReconciliationPurchase RequisitionSupplier Relationship ManagementStrategic Consolidation of Software Toolsets

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Work in Fast-Paced Environments

Industry Keywords

SaaSProcurementIT ProcurementComplianceStakeholder Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, evaluate, and select vendors and negotiate contracts, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery.
Manage the full end to end procurement cycle from gathering requirements, identifying and appraising suppliers, negotiating contracts, and SRM activities, focussing on SaaS.
Partner with various teams such as IT, Security, Finance, and Legal to streamline the process and ensure contracts are fully compliant and aligned with business needs and best practices.
Support the evolution of procurement from an IT-only focus to a company-wide function.
Implement efficient procurement processes, including purchase requisition, order placement, and invoice reconciliation, leveraging technology tools and systems.
Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on SaaS and other procurement matters.
Maintain clear and proactive communication on progress, risks, and outcomes.
Develop and execute strategies to consolidate the software toolsets in place.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in an IT/SaaS Procurement role (buyer or above) or similar role, preferably within the IT or SaaS.
Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable terms.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities and deadlines.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
Fluent in English
Knowledge of procurement best practices.
Experience collaborating with Finance, Legal, and IT stakeholders.
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to maintain transparency across multiple projects.
Ability to balance short-term needs (e.g., renewals) with long-term strategic improvements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.
Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.
Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.
Virtual Shares - An ownership mindset in every role. We believe everyone should share in our success, and that’s why every employee receives Virtual Shares, linking your contribution directly to DeepL’s growth and rewarding you with a stake in our future.
Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.
Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.
30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.
Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.