Director of Procurement

Summary

Join Saviynt, a leading identity authority platform, as their Director of Procurement. This strategic leadership role involves managing the end-to-end procurement process for SaaS solutions, optimizing the supply chain, and ensuring alignment with Saviynt's business goals. You will oversee software procurement, vendor relationships, and the implementation of procurement software like Tipalti and NetSuite. The position requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, along with extensive experience in SaaS procurement. This is a high-growth opportunity to shape Saviynt's procurement strategy and drive continuous improvement. The role offers a competitive salary and a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role, particularly in SaaS or technology companies
• Experience in managing software procurement and vendor relationships is critical
• Deep understanding of procurement software systems, including experience with Tipalti and NetSuite
• Strong experience in software implementation, integration, and process management in the SaaS environment
• Experience in the SaaS or technology industry, with specific expertise in software and service procurement, vendor management, and IT procurement
• Ability to analyze procurement data, negotiate favorable software agreements, and drive process improvements using data-driven insights
• Proven track record of leading procurement teams in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work across various levels of the organization
• Exceptional focus on contract management, software licensing, and compliance within the SaaS industry
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a rapidly evolving and high-growth SaaS environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies specifically tailored for the SaaS environment, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with Saviynt’s growth objectives
• Oversee software procurement, IT tools, and services necessary to support business operations
• Manage and optimize relationships with key suppliers and software vendors
• Lead the evaluation, negotiation, and management of contracts, including software renewals and vendor performance
• Oversee the implementation of new procurement software solutions, ensuring integration with existing systems (e.g., NetSuite, Tipalti)
• Collaborate with IT and Finance to manage the technical side of procurement systems, ensuring seamless operation and optimization
• Manage the entire procurement lifecycle, from requisition approval to software purchasing, vendor selection, contract negotiations, and implementation
• Work closely with internal teams to meet the company’s SaaS-specific needs
• Establish and refine procurement processes that ensure compliance, efficiency, and cost optimization
• Enforce policies that streamline the Procure-to-Pay process, driving adoption of procurement systems like Tipalti and NetSuite within the organization
• Collaborate with Finance to create and manage procurement budgets for software and services, tracking expenditures, savings, and ensuring cost-efficiency
• Provide insights into software renewals, contract negotiations, and technology spend
• Ensure procurement activities, especially around SaaS contracts and software licensing, comply with legal, financial, and industry standards
• Manage risks associated with vendor contracts and software integrations
• Develop reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor procurement performance
• Use data analytics to assess the effectiveness of software procurement strategies, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure alignment with Saviynt’s business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• An MBA or relevant certifications (such as CPM, CPSM) is a plus
• Experience in managing software vendor relationships, including Tipalti and NetSuite, is a plus

Benefits

• $120,000 - $130,000 a year
• Tremendous growth and learning opportunities
• Welcoming and positive work environment
• Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter
• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to): Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy
• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to): Incident Response Policy/Procedures
• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to): Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures
• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to): Mobile Device Policy
• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to): Account Management Policy
• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to): Access Control Policy
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