Job Description
SUMMARY: The Senior Manager, IT Procurement will strategically manage and optimize the IT Procurement process. You will be responsible for developing and implementing category strategies to efficiently source IT software, goods, and services, negotiate contracts and collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality IT sourcing solutions, while achieving cost savings. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of IT Procurement and the overall S2P process.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
- Deep understanding of Procurement category management, contracting and P2P functions, including how they are performed and best practices to drive process improvements
- Ability to think strategically and develop the Procurement IT product / services category strategies to align with the goals and objectives of our internal business partners
- Develop strategic & preferred supplier lists at the IT subcategory level
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on Procurement goals and objectives
- Lead IT strategic supplier management, including conducting formal supplier assessments in conjunction with key stakeholders, and managing supplier relationships
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to achieve best possible terms and deliver cost savings
- Independently lead supplier contract negotiations and commercial redlines, in collaboration with Legal and InfoSec teams
- Lead Procurement general project initiatives, identify opportunities to improve processes and deliver stakeholder education sessions
- Manage, mentor and develop skillset of junior Procurement professionals
Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises 1 - 3 Full-time Equivalent (FTE) regular employees and/or contractors. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field
- Minimum 8-10 years in IT Procurement (Saas, Services & Product), with track record of successfully managing complex IT Procurement categories and partnering with executive level stakeholders
- Five (5) years of management experience
Certificates and Licenses: Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification preferred
OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to drive cost savings
- In depth knowledge of IT Procurement best practices, market trends, and contracting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills
- Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency.
- Ability to travel >10% of the time
- Ability to clear required background check
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MBA preferred
- Experience in Education Technology industry
- Experience consolidating / integrating subsidiary and affiliate contracts for strategic suppliers
- Experience with Cobblestone Contract Management System and NetSuite a plus
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position is virtual and open to residents in Eastern and Central US locations.
Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.
- We anticipate the salary range to be $102,747.50 to $157,076.40. The upper end of this range is not likely to be offered, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
Job Type
Regular
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
