Canada Remote (Country)

Gartner, Inc. is hiring a Sr. Director, Analyst - Public Cloud Sourcing Expert Focus (Remote: Canada)

About the Role

This position leads high-impact research and client engagement focused on sourcing strategies for public cloud services, delivering actionable guidance to enterprise technology and procurement leaders navigating complex vendor landscapes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of research on sourcing and procurement of public cloud infrastructure and platform services
  • Advise clients on negotiation strategies, cost optimization, and vendor selection for cloud providers
  • Publish timely research reports, market analysis, and decision frameworks for cloud sourcing
  • Deliver executive-level briefings and consulting sessions on cloud procurement trends
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing insights with technology adoption patterns
  • Identify emerging trends in cloud pricing models, contract structures, and service-level agreements
  • Engage with cloud service providers to gather intelligence on offerings and go-to-market strategies
  • Support sales teams with technical expertise during client acquisition and retention efforts
  • Present findings at industry conferences and client events across North America
  • Maintain deep expertise in major public cloud platforms and their procurement ecosystems
  • Guide clients through multi-cloud and hybrid sourcing decisions
  • Evaluate financial implications of long-term cloud commitments and discount models
  • Develop benchmarks and performance metrics for cloud vendor management
  • Contribute to intellectual property development in sourcing methodologies
  • Respond to client inquiries with tailored, evidence-based recommendations

Compensation

Competitive salary with performance incentives and comprehensive benefits package.

Work Arrangement

Remote position based in Canada with flexible scheduling within North American time zones.

Team

Part of a global research team focused on technology sourcing and procurement strategies.

Why This Role Matters

Organizations face increasing complexity in selecting and managing public cloud providers. This role provides authoritative guidance to help leaders make informed, strategic decisions that balance cost, performance, and risk.

Impact You Will Have

  • Shape industry understanding of cloud sourcing best practices
  • Influence procurement strategies for Fortune 500 companies
  • Drive innovation in how enterprises evaluate and negotiate with cloud vendors

Not available for this position.

Required Skills
Vendor ManagementCloud MigrationResearch
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Gartner, Inc.
Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT) guides the leaders who shape the world. The company delivers actionable, objective business and technology insights through expert analysis and bold ideas, helping enterprise leaders succeed with mission-critical priorities. Founded in 1979, it has grown to 21,000 associates globally supporting ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories.
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Posted 7 months ago