Procurement Manager

About Glean

We’re on a mission to bring people the knowledge they need to make a difference in the world. 

Glean was founded by a seasoned team of former Google search and Facebook engineers, who wondered why we don’t have an easier way of finding what we need at work. In our personal lives, we have tools to help us find pretty much whatever we need. Why don’t we have that at work? And that was the beginning of Glean.

Glean searches across all your company’s apps to help you find exactly what you need and discover the things you should know. We’re a diverse team of curious and creative people who want to help each other get big things done—so we can help other teams do the same. 

We're backed by some of the Valley's leading venture capitalists—including Sequoia, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed, and General Catalyst—and have assembled a world-class team with senior leadership experience at Google, Slack, Facebook, Dropbox, Rubrik, Uber, Intercom, Pinterest, Palantir, and others.

Job Description:

Responsibilities: 

1. Procurement Strategy and Management:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company’s objectives and operational needs.
• Establish procurement policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from identifying needs to supplier selection and contract negotiation.
2. Supplier Management:
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, ensuring they meet the company’s quality and cost requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and audits of suppliers to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
3. Contract Negotiation and Management:
• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers to optimize cost savings and quality.
• Review and manage procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Resolve any contract disputes or issues that may arise.
4. Cost Management:
• Monitor and analyze procurement expenditures to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce costs without compromising quality or service.
• Prepare and present regular reports on procurement activities and financial performance.
5. Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with other departments, such as Operations, Finance, and Product Development, to understand their procurement needs and ensure alignment.
• Provide support and guidance on procurement-related matters to internal stakeholders.
6. Risk Management:
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

Who you are:

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. 
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in procurement, with experience in a startup or fast-growing company being highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, supply chain management, and contract negotiation.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools. Knowledge of Netsuite will be an added advantage.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with international procurement and supplier management.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and company needs.