Description:

The Procurement Operations Manager plays a crucial role in the IT Procurement team and global contracts. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Operations Manager to oversee the efficient execution of purchasing transactions and contract renewals. You will be responsible for managing the entire procurement lifecycle, from quoting, purchase order creation to contract negotiation and execution, ensuring compliance with company policies and best practices. You will support Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management activities on a limited basis when there is a need to handle overflow demand. Reporting directly to the Head of IT Procurement, you will also be responsible to ensure the order intake process remains current and communications to stakeholders is managed in a timely manner.

Main responsibilities

• Manage the full purchase order lifecycle, including creation, approval, and tracking.

• Monitor and manage contract renewals, proactively identifying and addressing upcoming expirations.

• Negotiate and finalize contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.

• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Implement and optimize procurement processes to improve efficiency and cost savings.

• Analyze spending data and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

• Support sourcing and vendor management with high priority demand overflow

• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and procedures.

• Manage and mentor a team of procurement specialists.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Drive the development of cost models for all contracts to assist with renewals

• Provide time zone, language and local office coverage for all supplier and business issues.

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Person specification

• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement operations, with a focus on purchasing transactions and contract management.

• Proven experience in contract negotiation and vendor management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software systems.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

• Experience leading and motivating a team is a plus.

• Knowledge of the procurement lifecycle, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement Operations and Vendor Management best practices.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, with interest in managing procurement demand across multi geographies across time-zones.

• Proficiency in Microsoft suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Experience Level:

Expert Level

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.