Procurement Manager

November 13

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Varicent

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Incentive Compensation Management • Sales Performance Management Software • Sales Planning • Territory and Quota Planning • Sales Compensation

501 - 1000

Description

• A named leader by Forrester in the sales performance management space, Varicent was founded in 2005 when we pioneered sales performance management software. • Evolving quickly to become the fastest growing software company in North America according to Deloitte’s Fast 50™ in 2010. • We are looking for a Procurement Manager to optimize our sourcing strategies, vendor relationships, and overall procurement process. • Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Procurement Manager will be responsible for overseeing all procurement activities within the company. • This individual will utilize expert knowledge in sourcing, analytics and contract negotiations with the goal of meeting the quality requirements and specifications at the most favorable price for the organization, while simultaneously building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers.

Requirements

• Post secondary education in Business, Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain Management • 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, vendor management, or a similar role: • Significant experience in complex procurement activities, vendor management and working alongside internal stakeholders to manage risk and cost strategies. • Demonstrated experience performing as a “business partner” to department managers with exceptional oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels within the Company and with external stakeholders. • Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated experience obtaining positive outcomes for department managers. • Strong financial modelling skills with significant experience creating cost saving simulations to drive decision making and presenting output in a simple and effective way. • Experience with enterprise procurement software and 3rd party risk management systems (e.g. NetSuite, OneTrust). • Experience managing low risk contract legal reviews and proposing redlines (in consultation with internal legal teams). Demonstrated ability to assess and balance legal, financial and enterprise risks. • Experience in a global procurement role or working with international vendors. • Familiarity with procurement in the technology or SaaS industry. • Knowledge of sustainability practices and corporate social responsibility in procurement.