Sr Director Analyst- Procurement Technology, Contract Lifecycle Management & AI

Gartner is the world's leading research and advisory company, helping enterprise leaders make faster, smarter decisions and achieve their most critical priorities. Our analysts are industry thought leaders who provide actionable, objective insight to senior executives around the world. We 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. As 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. What You'll Do Lead Industry Research Develop and deliver compelling, evidence-based research for procurement and technology leaders. Establish Gartner 's point of view on the evolution of: Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) technology Source-to-Pay (S2P) technology Procurement orchestration technology AI-enabled procurement Contract intelligence and supplier intelligence Identify emerging trends, market disruptions, and innovative technologies impacting procurement organizations. Advise Senior Executives Serve as a trusted advisor to Chief Procurement Officers, Heads of Procurement Technology, Digital Transformation Leaders and CIOs. Conduct high-value client inquiries