Global Procurement Commodity Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management of software suppliers and day‑to‑day procurement activities.
• Assist with the review, negotiation, and execution of software agreements and commercial terms.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including Legal, Finance, Engineering, Product Management, and Business Units.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze supplier proposals, pricing, licensing models, and market trends to support sourcing decisions.
• Support business teams in evaluating software, cloud, and AI solutions to maintain competitive offerings.
• Ensure compliance with Lenovo procurement policies, processes, and contractual obligations.
• Contribute to supplier reviews, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

• Internship or project experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, contract management, or business operations.
• Knowledge of data analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic, extracurricular, or internship experiences.
• Interest in software, cloud technologies, AI, and the technology industry.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, including CPT or OPT.

Ability to work 3:2 Hybrid Schedule in Morrisville, NC (3 days in office and 2 flex).

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.