ConnectWise

Director of Procurement

ConnectWise Tampa, FL
ConnectWise

Director of Procurement

ConnectWise Tampa, FL
1 week ago 123 applicants

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ConnectWise is an industry and Global leading software company with over 3,000 colleagues in North America, EMEA and APAC. As a community-driven software company dedicated to the success of technology solution providers, our suite helps over 45,000 of our partners manage their businesses better, sell more efficiently, automate service delivery, and remotely control technology so they can consistently deliver amazing customer experiences.

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The Director of Procurement is responsible for leading a global team of experienced to entry level professionals focused on the execution of all procurement and asset management related requests. This role works across all functions to ensure that procurement initiatives are aligned with the organization’s growth, cost savings, and risk management goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results
  • Typically manages a department or small unit that includes multiple teams, and Influences others to accept practices and approaches
  • Communicates to and influences executive leadership
  • Oversees global contract management to align with business systems, vendor renewals, and strategic long-term initiatives
  • Directly own and manage large-scale vendor negotiations requiring regular interaction with ELT/SLT stakeholders; provide strategic direction and guidance on vendor strategies, marketplace dynamics, opportunities, etc.
  • Owns short to mid-term execution of functional strategy and the operational direction of the Procurement and Travel & Expense teams including cost saving initiatives
  • Develops portfolio-based procurement strategies and processes to optimize pricing and terms with partners and vendors
  • Lead RFQs/RFPs and establish service level agreements (SLAs) by which to assess the performance of approved vendors
  • Oversees and refines procurement processes, including Purchase Order, Purchase Requisition and Contract execution
  • Manages, mentors, and coaches to develop a collaborative and dynamic team
  • Collaborate with Legal & Information Security representatives to develop and insert appropriate legal protections in contracts, as warranted
  • Identifies, negotiates, and executes procurement agreements
  • Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary

Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required:

  • Exceptional leadership, negotiation and customer service skills
  • Ability to address complex problems that often require extensive investigation and analysis
  • Willingness to work in a global team environment
  • Strong organizational skills to give the team direction
  • Professional presence suitable for interaction in meetings, in-person, or via email, as well as internal and external facing events
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Ability to optimize financial and operational processes in a rapidly changing environment
  • Strong ability to manage day-to-day operations while understand the long-term strategic impact

Educational/Vocational/Previous Experience Recommendations:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent business experience
  • Strong IT background with understanding of Cloud and SaaS business models (ex. AWS, Salesforce, etc.)
  • 10+ years of relevant experience
  • 5+ years of managerial experience
  • Experience in developing and executing multi-million-dollar contracts

Working Conditions:

  • Preference is for this role to be based out of our US Headquarters in Tampa, Florida with a Hybrid work schedule.
  • up to 15% travel may be required

ConnectWise is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. ConnectWise provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, marital status, familial or parental status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact us at talentacquisition@connectwise.com or 1-800-671-6898.

  • Seniority level

    Director

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Purchasing and Supply Chain

  • Industries

    Software Development

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