Procurement Specialist

Role Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially driven Procurement Specialist to support our global procurement operations. This role will be responsible for managing vendor relationships, optimising purchasing processes, and ensuring cost- effective procurement of goods and services—particularly across technology, SaaS tools, and corporate services.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle including requisition, vendor selection, negotiation, contracting, and purchase order issuance
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, IT, Legal, HR) to understand procurement needs and align sourcing strategies
• Evaluate and onboard global vendors; maintain vendor database and performance metrics
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and service level agreements to achieve cost savings and risk mitigation
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Track and manage renewals for SaaS subscriptions and software licenses
• Drive process improvements and automation in procurement workflows
• Support budgeting and forecasting by providing procurement insights and spend analysis
• Collaborate with Finance for invoice validation and timely payments

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field
• 5–8 years of experience in procurement, preferably in a global SaaS or technology environment
• Strong experience in sourcing SaaS tools, IT services, and professional services
• Good understanding of contract negotiation and vendor management
• Experience working with procurement tools (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, or similar platforms)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment across time zones

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to global procurement practices and multi-currency environments
• Experience supporting US business operations
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks and audit processes