Manager of Procurement

About the role: The Manager of Procurement is responsible for developing a strategic approach to the corporate procurement process for the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services. In this leadership role, you will be the most senior person responsible for Procurement across the company and report to the Chief Financial Officer. The successful candidate will be a hard driving individual who can work autonomously while directing procurement, managing vendor and partnership relationships, developing procurement policies and procedures, and creating a centralized procurement program that will add value and efficiency to the organization.

The Procurement team will have tactical responsibility for the development and implementation of policies, procedures and systems that support the company’s acquisition and materials management of goods and services – for both resale, customer integration and internal use.

Why Dataprise?

• An employee-focused organization with a “work hard/play hard” culture including a unified mission, strong relationships, and opportunities to build a career.
• Exponential growth opportunity through continuous learning, upskilling, job shadow programs, career mentors, annual training allotments, and LinkedIn Learning licenses for all employees.
• Comprehensive Wellness Program including gym membership discounts/subsidies, and Wellness Rewards opportunities.
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) through a multi-faceted DEI Program.
• A focus on work/life balance including hybrid and remote work options, 10 paid holidays, and 3-5 weeks of flexible PTO.
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including top-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family + FREE telemedicine benefits, company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and 401(k) with company match.
• An opportunity to grow, be challenged, have fun, and learn from some of the most talented technology professionals out there. 

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and communicate a procurement business plan; establish, communicate, and implement long-term goals for the procurement team to promote effectiveness and efficiency.
• Serve as the primary contact for procurement related questions, training, policy and procedure interpretation and alignment by all departments.
• Oversee contract development and administration.
• Develop and implement procurement-related training programs for the procurement team and organization.
• Manage current procurement policies, procedures, and programs with a focus on their ability to enhance organizational value and efficiency; meet regularly with respective departments regarding procurement for their understanding and/or recommendations to enhance policies, procedures and develop, communicate, and implement new/revised policies, procedures and programs as needed.
• Develop a centralized procurement program that adds value and efficiency to the organization.
• Process purchase orders; develops bids and proposals; and reconcile any invoice discrepancies.
• Plan and manage supplier sourcing, selecting, and negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.
• Establish, monitor, and continuously improve procurement KPIs to minimize cost and maximize operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with major suppliers, vendors, and partners, monitoring their performance and addressing any issues in a timely manner.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement metrics, trends, and cost savings to senior management.
• Collaborate with internal department heads and stakeholders to identify and fulfill procurement requirements and long-term needs.
• Stay up to date with market trends, innovations, and best practices to maintain competitive advantage.

What Skills & Experience You’ll Need:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics or related field.
• 7-10 years of related experience, ideally within the IT services/MSP industry.
• Results-oriented, metrics-driven leader with expertise in purchasing, supplier collaboration, development, and compliance.
• Experience with sourcing and procurement and building a vendor program.
• Experience with managing vendor and partnership relationships
• Solid analytical and computer skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Outstanding team building and leadership skills.

Compensation: 

• We are committed to maintaining a positive work environment by ensuring that compensation across the Company is managed in a competitive, consistent, and fair manner. Each employee will be compensated in line with their specific scope of responsibility, skill level, and educational background, in addition to the projected impact on the success of the Company. 
• We have a comprehensive Compensation Management System which establishes the guidelines we use in making compensation decisions and is comprised of compensation policies, salary structures, salary grades, incentive target guidelines, job descriptions, and career charts. 
• This position’s Salary Range is $110-120,000 (NOTE: this is the range at the national average level; specific salaries offered will be adjusted higher/lower due to the local labor market of the candidate. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons).

Dataprise Diversity Commitment: At Dataprise, we celebrate what makes us unique: our people. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that seeks and embraces thoughts and ideas from all different backgrounds. We welcome everyone and are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, gender, gender identity/expression, religion, ethnicity, disability, national origin or sexual orientation. We are #DataprisePROUD!

Dataprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer.