Jesse Soondram

Head of Select & Negotiate

Jesse Soondram is the Head of Select and Negotiate at SMC, bringing over 12 years of experience in the enterprise systems space. Since joining SMC over four years ago, Jesse has worked across all our service offerings, and for the past year, he has led the Select and Negotiate team, supporting clients in making informed decisions about their enterprise systems.

He is passionate about all aspects of digital transformation projects and his experience spans multiple industries, with a particular focus on mining and mining services, manufacturing, distribution and logistics, and professional services.

Before transitioning into enterprise systems, Jesse spent eight years as a lawyer. This background provides him with a sharp analytical approach to contracts, negotiations, and risk management—ensuring clients achieve the best outcomes in their vendor engagements. His expertise helps organisations navigate complex system selections with confidence and clarity.

Driven by a strategic and collaborative approach, he works closely with clients to align technology investments with business objectives. His ability to combine deep industry knowledge with commercial and legal acumen makes him a trusted advisor in system selections.