Technology Procurement Lead

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

📋 Description

• Take ownership of the entire customer contracting process, which includes drafting, redlining, and negotiating customer agreements (MSAs, SOWs, order forms, amendments) from initial terms to execution.

• Utilize direct negotiation authority on contract terms, effectively balancing commercial goals with legal and operational risks.

• Manage and address vendor onboarding requirements issued by customers, such as security questionnaires, due diligence requests, and vendor risk assessments, representing Evolver in its dealings with customers.

• Negotiate and oversee NDAs related to prospective customer relationships.

• Assist in the end-to-end customer RFP and RFI processes, coordinating with deal teams, drafting responses, and ensuring timely submission delivery.

• Responsible for governance of customer contracts, ensuring that necessary approvals are obtained before execution.

• Act as a primary contact for cross-functional stakeholders (Legal, Sales, Product, Engineering, Delivery) on matters concerning contracts and commercial interests.

• Provide insights to product and engineering teams regarding Evolver's internally developed commercial operations tools (CRM, contract tracker, RFP tool), reflecting the practical needs of contracting and deal desk operations.

• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of contract status, terms, and obligations within Evolver's contract tracking systems.

• Collaborate with the Chief Procurement and Commercial Operations Officer (CPCOO) to prioritize contracting workstreams based on business impact and customer requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• 10 - 15 years of experience in commercial operations, contract management, deal desk, procurement, or legal functions, with substantial exposure to customer contracting and negotiation.

• Proven experience in negotiating and redlining commercial agreements (MSAs, SOWs, order forms).

• Background in supporting or leading vendor onboarding processes, including responding to customer due diligence and security questionnaires.

• Established track record in supporting RFP/RFI processes, encompassing proposal coordination and submission management, or overseeing RFPs from a procurement standpoint.

• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, high-growth, or rapidly changing environments.

• Experience in engaging with senior stakeholders and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Strong judgment in contracts and negotiation, with the capability to balance commercial objectives and risks in a fast-paced, rapidly scaling environment.

• Highly organized, with the capacity to manage multiple contracts and deal processes concurrently.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interactions across both technical and non-technical teams.

• Comfortable working autonomously as an individual contributor with significant independence.

• A technology-forward mindset, willing to collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to enhance internal tools.

• Availability to travel occasionally for team meetings and customer engagements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Tailored to your experience and skill set.

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Fully remote working model for enhanced work-life balance.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement into leadership roles.

• Innovative Culture: Engage with transformative technologies and contribute to significant impacts in the AI sector.