Procurement Manager
Join Vertice as a Procurement Manager to optimize SaaS procurement and negotiate with key vendors for top global enterprises.
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Joblaze summary
In the role of Procurement Manager at Vertice, the individual will focus on optimizing SaaS procurement by developing strategic sourcing plans and managing vendor negotiations. Key skills include strong negotiation expertise and experience in high-value transactions, particularly in indirect procurement or strategic sourcing. This position is well-suited for someone with a background in procurement consulting and the ability to communicate effectively with C-suite stakeholders. Vertice's rapid growth and innovative approach to procurement make it an exciting environment for professionals looking to make a significant impact.
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Quick facts
- Is the Procurement Manager role remote?
- It's hybrid — Vertice expects some on-site time in United States.
- Where is the role based?
- Vertice is hiring for this position in United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Vertice targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Procurement Manager role at Vertice.
From the original posting
The market response has been unprecedented:
$75bn+ in spend processed across our platform.
20% savings consistently delivered to our customers.
70% reduction in standard enterprise procurement cycles.
The Role:
As a Procurement Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in optimising SaaS procurement for our customers. You'll partner closely to develop strategic sourcing plans, navigate negotiations with key SaaS vendors, and oversee supplier relationships throughout their lifecycle.
You will report to a Procurement Lead or Director, and work closely with the rest of the Procurement and Account Management teams, with responsibility for delivering great outcomes to our customers by delivering commercial strategies while negotiating SaaS purchases and renewals with their vendors.
Responsibilities:
You’ll be accountable for Vertice’s service delivery into a portfolio of accounts, supported by Vertice’s broader delivery capability and resources
You’ll work with a range of customers, some of the fastest growing and best known in the world, negotiating SaaS deals on their behalf
You’ll work closely with the Vertice account management and sales teams to maintain strong relationships with our customers.
You’ll act as the primary buy-side contact for our customers, ensuring that their commercial objectives are met.
You’ll work alongside your customers to develop software commercial category strategies, jointly targeting the areas of greatest commercial benefit
Work with senior stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their requirements, purchase objectives and technology strategy.
Requirements:
You are a clear, confident and compelling communicator — in writing, in conversation and in front of C-suite stakeholders
You’ll be experienced in high volume and high value transactions in a buying or selling capacity
You will bring real negotiation expertise to the role, with an in-depth knowledge of the available levers to pull and strategies to employ to get the best result across from SaaS vendors
You’ll be a creative thinker that challenges customers and suppliers to help reach desired outcomes
You’re effective in managing stakeholder expectations, providing constructive challenge and ensuring all key objectives and timelines are met
You will bring commercial experience in an indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or procurement consulting experience
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