Procurement Operations Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assess purchase requests and guide them through the defined intake process, from initial request to finalized contract.

• Oversee negotiations and renewals for software, cloud services, contractors, and various vendors.

• Analyze contract terms, licensing, and pricing in comparison to the market, and challenge discrepancies effectively.

• Determine if existing tools can fulfill business requirements prior to acquiring new solutions, and explore alternatives when they cannot.

• Monitor license utilization and renewal timelines to ensure timely decision-making ahead of deadlines.

• Provide guidance to business leaders, including executives and VPs, regarding procurement choices and cost-saving measures.

• Collaborate with Finance, Security, and Legal teams to facilitate the review and approval of deals.

⛳️ Requirements

• A robust finance background, including budgeting, cost analysis, and demonstrating the viability of deal numbers.

• Practical experience in vendor negotiations, preferably in software or services.

• Procurement experience that encompasses managing the process from start to finish, with a proven record of advancement in the field.

• Executive presence: comfortable interacting with executives and VPs, and assertive in critical discussions.

• Strong relationship-building skills: capable of earning trust with business leaders and functioning independently with minimal supervision.

• An IT background, or sufficient knowledge of IT purchasing to engage effectively in technical discussions.

• Experience in a technology or SaaS company is advantageous. Procurement experience in other sectors will also be considered.

• Eligibility to work in the United States is required upon application submission.

🏝️ Benefits

• Inclusive and collaborative workplace that values all contributions.

• Hybrid-friendly office environments designed for enjoyment and engagement.

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance coverage.

• Benefits commence on your first day of employment.

• Generous paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays, including flexible floating holidays.

• 100% employer match on 401(k) contributions up to 6%.

• Paid parental leave available.

• Wellness initiatives, including access to mental health resources.