Senior Director Analyst, Digital Procurement Transformation, AI

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Develop creative, insightful, and compelling content that delivers essential insights.

• Generate fresh insights and concepts through thought leadership initiatives.

• Conduct thorough analyses to uncover the underlying causes of a client's challenges or overall requirements.

• Exhibit thought leadership by establishing Insights positions among a team of analysts.

• Research, assess, and forecast market trends and changes.

• Offer clients and prospects actionable recommendations tailored to their specific content area.

• Create and present high-value materials both onstage and offstage for Gartner events.

• Build credibility as an industry expert to effectively represent Gartner insights.

• Actively engage in discussions regarding innovation, ideation, and research.

• Identify enhancements in research processes or develop new methodologies that aid the team and BTI in delivering exceptional service.

• Mentor and coach junior team members by providing support and guidance.

• Maintain a client-centric approach while consistently seeking to enhance client engagement with Gartner insights.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; a graduate degree is preferred.

• Over 12 years of relevant experience in the field or industry.

• Proven experience in leading strategic digital transformation initiatives in procurement.

• Extensive experience in sourcing and procurement technology implementation or administration.

• Strong familiarity with solutions from major technology providers such as Coupa, SAP Ariba, GEP, Jaggaer, and Ivalua is essential.

• Preferred experience in developing and executing an AI strategy for procurement.

• Required experience in piloting, implementing, or utilizing AI in procurement.

• Ability to articulate how procurement and sourcing technology contributes to business value.

• Experience in leading strategic transformation projects that prioritize digital enablement.

• Insight into which emerging technologies are most pertinent to procurement.

• Demonstrate executive presence and rapidly establish credibility with executives and other stakeholders.

• Strong organizational abilities with a capacity to work under tight deadlines.

• Exhibit excellence in research and writing skills.

• Proficient in both written and verbal communication, analytical and presentation skills; capable of engaging clients effectively.

• Skilled in analyzing and synthesizing data; adept at applying patterns and frameworks to draw conclusions.

• Strong communication abilities - able to succinctly explain complex concepts.

• Subject matter expertise with comfort in presenting at both large and small speaking events.

• Strong business and financial acumen.

• In-depth knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within the subject area.

• Ability to work independently, with intrinsic motivation to collaborate across teams.

• Learning agile and proficient in navigating complex, matrixed environments.

• Capability to effectively represent Gartner's research methodologies and strategies at all levels.

• Willingness and capacity to travel up to 25% (where applicable).

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive world-class benefits.

• Highly competitive salary and compensation packages.

• Significant rewards for top performers.

• Flexibility and support for remote work arrangements.

• A vibrant community that fosters collaboration.