Senior Business Operations Manager

Summary

Join Spreetail as a Senior Business Operations Manager - Procurement (Approvals) and become a subject matter expert for the Purchase Order (PO) approval process. You will evaluate and approve high-volume purchase orders, ensuring alignment with financial goals. Leverage data analysis to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and optimize procurement operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and act as a central point of contact. Develop documentation, onboard team members, and generate reports on PO approval trends. This role requires a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in procurement and process improvement, and strong data analysis skills. Spreetail offers a flexible work environment ('Work Your Way'), competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
• 2–4 years of experience in procurement, process operations, or approvals - understanding the full PO lifecycle from creation to payment
• 2–4 years of experience leading or supporting process improvements across a large, cross-functional organization
• 1–2 years of experience working with or presenting to senior leaders, including in high-stakes or conflict-resolution settings
• Strong data fluency - can interpret complex datasets and translate them into actionable decisions (Excel, Power BI experience preferred)
• A practical, business-first mindset - focused on outcomes like margin, risk reduction, and inventory efficiency

Responsibilities

• Drive Purchasing Excellence: Evaluate and approve a high volume of purchase orders for both domestic and international vendors, serving as the key decision-maker on complex and high-value orders
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze historical and forward-looking data using tools like Power BI and Excel to assess risk, enhance profit margins, and optimize inventory levels
• Strategic Process Improvement: Proactively identify trends and inefficiencies in buying behaviors. Collaborate with Merchandising, Planning, and Finance teams to address root causes and implement lasting solutions
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a central point of contact between key departments, ensuring a seamless and efficient PO submission and approval process
• Champion Best Practices: Develop and maintain robust documentation and play a key role in evolving our operational playbook. You will onboard and coach new team members and provide expert guidance on workflow optimization
• Impactful Reporting: Generate and analyze reports on PO approval trends, Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance, and identified risks to inform strategic business decisions

Benefits

• We provide the flexibility to take care of yourself. Spreetail operates in a work culture that promotes results and encourages taking time off when needed. In addition to a generous vacation policy, we also offer paid time-off for your wedding week, paid parental leave and support for parents of growing families
• We celebrate accomplishments. Each year at Spreetail is a milestone with the opportunity to receive special gifts, swag store credit, or donations to a nonprofit of your choice. We also recognize people pursuing impacts with Spreetail Spotlight Awards
• We care about your Health & Wellness. Spreetail works hard to enhance the employee experience through benefit programs and perks that provide meaningful support. We offer affordable medical, dental and vision plans with coast-to-coast coverage. We also provide free telehealth and on-demand mental health resources
• We create the opportunity to revolutionize your community. We encourage Spreetailers to give back and make a social impact, and we offer paid time off to do it