Senior Manager, Procurement (Software)

Job Summary When working through a challenge, are you analytical, thoughtful, and calm? Are you a strong problem solver and decision maker, even in a high-volume, fast-paced environment? If so, you may be a fit for our Senior Procurement Manager position! Responsibilities BE PART OF THE CONNECTION As a Senior Procurement Manager , you will independently lead cross-functional teams to strategically select top-quality products and suppliers at the most competitive prices and overall terms. You will be a driving force in continually seeking out opportunities to reduce costs, mitigate risks, and improve business conditions. Working in close partnership with internal stakeholders, you will identify and define their requirements, and draft, negotiate, and manage complex contracts. Your expertise in supplier relationship management will ensure that we maintain productive and mutually beneficial partnerships over the long term. You will act as a trusted resource for solving business issues, leveraging your deep understanding of procurement strategies to provide innovative and effective solutions. HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT Leading the negotiation and contract management of large-scale, enterprise-wide volume purchase agreements without guidance. Demonstrating project management expertise with the ability to carry projects from strategic planning through implementation. Leading cross functional teams to develop meaningful requirements to ensure quality responses from suppliers. Researching and developing adequate sources of supply. Utilizing supply market knowledge to leverage best strategy for Charter. Leading cross functional supplier selection activities through management of formal RFP, RFQ and RFI processes. Evaluating the financial stability of potential suppliers. Performing required business analysis with a strategic focus on total cost of ownership. Providing fact-based recommendations to executive level management for constructing the best overall strategic buy decisions. Continuously seeking out cost savings opportunities and leading efforts to realize the savings. Managing overall supplier performance using Strategic Relationship Management tool set – including acting as an escalation point in the event of non-performance. Independently developing a strategic category plan based on an understanding of business goals and objectives, the supply market and benchmarking. Effectively documenting, communicating and gaining buy-in across the organization to ensure alignment. Managing stakeholder groups through technology adoption. Working beyond the traditional procurement metrics to achieve operational and technical improvements to the business process. As part of the Procurement Department, you will be a driving force behind the strategic sourcing and purchasing of goods and services that power Spectrum. Our expertise in securing the best possible price, quality, and overall value helps to ensure Spectrum’s continued growth and success. Through strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, we work tirelessly to bring innovation and efficiency to every aspect of our procurement process. Qualifications WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Procurement contract negotiation and contract management experience - 5+ years Electronic procurement and or contract solutions experience - 1-3 years Direct industry or company experience – 2 years Proven ability to manage and influence all phases of change management Comprehensive understanding of the P2P process Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred Working Conditions Onsite (four days in office/one day remote)