Procurement Operations Manager

Accountabilities: The Procurement Operations Manager will own procurement processes and category operations while ensuring accurate, efficient, and compliant purchasing activities. This role requires strong vendor management capabilities, operational discipline, and the ability to partner cross-functionally to improve procurement effectiveness.

Manage category spend across general and administrative functions, product, and engineering teams while serving as a key contact for vendor-related decisions.

Oversee the complete vendor lifecycle, including intake, evaluation, contract review, renewals, and ongoing vendor management.

Review and validate invoices, resolve discrepancies, and manage exceptions to ensure timely and accurate payment processing.

Administer corporate purchasing card programs, including policy compliance, reconciliation processes, and employee support.

Lead vendor management activities and support contract execution while ensuring alignment with procurement standards and business objectives.

Manage purchase order workflows, procurement documentation, and procure-to-pay processes.

Collaborate with Finance, Legal, IT, HR, Facilities, and other teams to align procurement activities with organizational priorities.

Identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions that increase efficiency, compliance, and scalability.

Support reporting, operational tracking, and procurement technology improvements.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate has experience in procurement operations, vendor management, and financial processes, with strong organizational skills and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment.

4–7 years of experience in procurement operations, procurement support, or a related field.

Experience managing vendor relationships and contract lifecycle processes, including intake, review, negotiation support, and renewals.

Strong understanding of procure-to-pay processes, including purchase order management, three-way matching, and invoice validation.

Experience administering purchasing card programs and maintaining spend compliance.

Strong attention to detail with demonstrated accuracy in financial and operational processes.

Experience with procurement and business tools such as Zip, Tropic, NetSuite, DocuSign, or similar platforms is preferred.

Experience working in a SaaS or technology environment is preferred.

Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or Copilot to improve workflows, solve business challenges, and drive measurable outcomes.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; experience with reporting tools is a plus.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant professional experience.

Strong communication skills with the ability to manage vendor conversations and internal stakeholder relationships professionally.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing environments, and proactively identify process improvements.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Competitive base salary range of $104,000 - $130,000 USD per year .

Comprehensive total rewards package including bonus potential and equity opportunities for eligible roles.

Flexible remote work environment.

Health coverage and competitive employee benefits.

Retirement savings plans, including 401(k) or pension options.

Flexible spending support through a monthly stipend program.

Paid time off and benefits designed to support personal and professional needs.

Inclusive workplace culture focused on collaboration, growth, and belonging.

Opportunities to improve procurement operations through technology, innovation, and process optimization.

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