Gartner
Expert Partner - IT Strategy Consulting - Technology Spend Optimization
Gartner, New York, New York, United States
Expert Partner – IT Strategy Consulting – Technology Spend Optimization
at Gartner
Gartner Consulting is an extension of Gartner’s industry‑leading IT research.
We provide boots‑on‑the‑ground support to accelerate our clients’ mission‑critical priorities, turning insight into customized action plans that are free from vendor influence.
Corporate & Technology Spend Optimization
Sourcing Transformation
Market & Growth Strategies
Data & Analytics
Digital Talent & Organizations
Enterprise Applications
DevSecOps
Cloud Modernization
Cybersecurity Resilience
The Role You will help our clients navigate near‑term IT spend reduction and sustainable cost optimization challenges.
We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic IT Cost Optimization Expert to lead efforts in evaluating, reducing, and optimizing IT spend across the organization.
This role involves deep collaboration with IT, finance, procurement, and business units to drive cost efficiency, maximize ROI on IT investments, and ensure financial alignment with organizational goals.
What you’ll need
Proven experience analyzing IT spend across vendors & contracts, staffing & processes, applications, infrastructure and projects to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to design and execute IT cost optimization initiatives, with hands‑on experience in driving benefits realization.
Demonstrated ability to identify and implement tailored IT cost optimization strategies (e.g., vendor negotiations, licensing rationalization, resource utilization improvements, productivity improvements, eliminating redundancies).
Strong interpersonal and project management skills, with a track record of working effectively with IT, finance, procurement, and business stakeholders.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to develop compelling business cases and facilitate client decision‑making.
Deep practitioner knowledge of IT financial management experience for large complex IT organizations.
Detailed understanding of cost accounting standards, cost structures and chargeback/pricing methodologies.
Experience within a well‑regarded management consultancy in a project delivery and sales capacity.
Who you are
Comfortable selling to, influencing and building trust‑based, value‑added relationships with senior executives.
Coachable and open to best practices and feedback for continuous improvement.
Consistently high achiever marked by perseverance, humility and a positive outlook in the face of challenges.
Proven track record in achieving / exceeding revenue targets.
Ability to travel to client sites as necessary.
Associates are expected to travel to client sites and meetings as required by business needs or specific engagement requirements.
While we value the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, in‑person collaboration with clients and teams is essential.
Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories.
What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities for growth and professional development.
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team.
Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
What do we offer? Gartner offers world‑class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
In our hybrid work environment, we provide flexibility and support to thrive.
Base salary range: $184,000 – $248,000 USD.
Additional compensation may include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role‑based, uncapped sales incentive plan.
We also offer generous PTO, a 401(k) match up to $7,200 per year, company stock purchase plans, and more.
Equal Opportunity The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including those with disabilities.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or emailing ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.
Job Requisition ID: 99355
By submitting your information and application, you confirm that you have read and agree to the country or regional recruitment notice linked below applicable to your place of residence.
Gartner Applicant Privacy Link: https://jobs.gartner.com/applicant-privacy-policy
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at Gartner
Gartner Consulting is an extension of Gartner’s industry‑leading IT research.
We provide boots‑on‑the‑ground support to accelerate our clients’ mission‑critical priorities, turning insight into customized action plans that are free from vendor influence.
Corporate & Technology Spend Optimization
Sourcing Transformation
Market & Growth Strategies
Data & Analytics
Digital Talent & Organizations
Enterprise Applications
DevSecOps
Cloud Modernization
Cybersecurity Resilience
The Role You will help our clients navigate near‑term IT spend reduction and sustainable cost optimization challenges.
We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic IT Cost Optimization Expert to lead efforts in evaluating, reducing, and optimizing IT spend across the organization.
This role involves deep collaboration with IT, finance, procurement, and business units to drive cost efficiency, maximize ROI on IT investments, and ensure financial alignment with organizational goals.
What you’ll need
Proven experience analyzing IT spend across vendors & contracts, staffing & processes, applications, infrastructure and projects to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to design and execute IT cost optimization initiatives, with hands‑on experience in driving benefits realization.
Demonstrated ability to identify and implement tailored IT cost optimization strategies (e.g., vendor negotiations, licensing rationalization, resource utilization improvements, productivity improvements, eliminating redundancies).
Strong interpersonal and project management skills, with a track record of working effectively with IT, finance, procurement, and business stakeholders.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to develop compelling business cases and facilitate client decision‑making.
Deep practitioner knowledge of IT financial management experience for large complex IT organizations.
Detailed understanding of cost accounting standards, cost structures and chargeback/pricing methodologies.
Experience within a well‑regarded management consultancy in a project delivery and sales capacity.
Who you are
Comfortable selling to, influencing and building trust‑based, value‑added relationships with senior executives.
Coachable and open to best practices and feedback for continuous improvement.
Consistently high achiever marked by perseverance, humility and a positive outlook in the face of challenges.
Proven track record in achieving / exceeding revenue targets.
Ability to travel to client sites as necessary.
Associates are expected to travel to client sites and meetings as required by business needs or specific engagement requirements.
While we value the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, in‑person collaboration with clients and teams is essential.
Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories.
What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities for growth and professional development.
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team.
Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
What do we offer? Gartner offers world‑class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
In our hybrid work environment, we provide flexibility and support to thrive.
Base salary range: $184,000 – $248,000 USD.
Additional compensation may include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role‑based, uncapped sales incentive plan.
We also offer generous PTO, a 401(k) match up to $7,200 per year, company stock purchase plans, and more.
Equal Opportunity The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including those with disabilities.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or emailing ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.
Job Requisition ID: 99355
By submitting your information and application, you confirm that you have read and agree to the country or regional recruitment notice linked below applicable to your place of residence.
Gartner Applicant Privacy Link: https://jobs.gartner.com/applicant-privacy-policy
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