Director Of Procurement (1584848) Jobs

ATLANTA, GA (must be willing to commute onsite 3 days per week)

Rare opportunity to be "first to the team" to establish a Procurement function inside of a growing enterprise! If you consider yourself both strategic and tactical or a player/ coach with an entrepreneurial mindset, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Are you a seasoned negotiator with a passion for managing contracts and procurement strategies? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? In this pivotal role, you'll play a crucial part in optimizing our procurement processes and ensuring efficient vendor relationships.

Responsibilities:

Strategy & Planning

• Identify and qualify new vendors to secure cost-effective sources.
• Develop and deliver purchasing and inventory reports.
• Monitor spending trends and identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze market conditions for pricing, availability, and lead times.
• Establish and enforce supplier guidelines and service level agreements.

Acquisition & Deployment

• Draft and submit budget proposals.
• Collaborate with senior management to define purchasing strategies.
• Manage IT hardware, software, and equipment assets.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and warranties with key suppliers and vendors.

Operational Management & Reporting

• Oversee sourcing strategies from start to finish.
• Coordinate equipment delivery, installation, and storage.
• Maintain regular communication with executives and department heads.
• Ensure the quality of vendor services.
• Standardize equipment where possible.

Vendor Contract Process Development

• Collaborate with various teams to ensure vendor compliance.
• Establish contract management procedures and templates.
• Assist in developing statements of work and contract documents.
• Work with legal representatives to insert appropriate legal protections.

Vendor Relationship Management

• Handle internal contract-related issues.
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Establish governance for vendor interactions.

Vendor Contract and Market Insights

• Ensure competitive pricing through benchmarking.
• Communicate contract overviews to key stakeholders.
• Manage contract review meetings and report progress.
• Stay updated on market trends and vendor performance.

Requirements:

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of contract management experience, with a focus on technology or IT services such as MSP (managed services providers), labor, voice, hardware, cloud, etc.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (heavy Excel).
• Global experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with various departments and knowledge of procurement practices.

Qualifications & Characteristics

• Financial management skills.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Diplomacy and influence skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Budget responsibility.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Ready to take your procurement career to the next level? Apply today to make an impact and drive excellence in procurement and contract management.