Procurement Manager | Contract | Hybrid: Fort Worth, Texas
We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Manager with a robust background in policy, documentation, and third-party risk management. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with 6+ years of experience who thrives in a process-driven environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining operational procedures, developing training materials, and collaborating with our information security team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine procurement policies and documentation, with a focus on enhancing third-party risk management.
- Define and implement operational procedures, and create comprehensive training materials for procurement processes.
- Collaborate closely with the information security team to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
- Manage and negotiate technology contracts, including those with major vendors such as ServiceNow (SNOW), Databricks, and Workday.
- Understand and leverage contract terms and negotiation strategies to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Maintain a high level of process and procedural integrity within procurement operations.
- Provide expertise in contract terms and negotiation levers to drive efficiency and effectiveness in procurement activities.
Qualifications:
- 6+ years of experience in procurement or a related field, with a strong focus on process and policy.
- Proven experience in managing and negotiating technology contracts.
- Ability to develop and implement operational procedures and training materials.
- Strong collaboration skills, with experience working alongside infosec teams.
- Excellent understanding of contract terms, negotiation tactics, and risk management.
- No direct reports, but expected to work effectively within a team environment.
Desired Skills:
- Process-oriented mindset with exceptional organizational skills.
- Experience with major procurement platforms and contract management tools.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
