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Pebl · 1 day ago

Senior Strategic Procurement Specialist - Manager

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $170K/yr

5+ years exp

Pebl is a company that utilizes AI-powered technology to streamline global hiring and management processes. They are seeking a Senior Strategic Procurement Specialist - Manager to enhance procurement operations, drive cost savings, and manage vendor relationships while supporting a small, dynamic team.

Computer Software

Hiring Manager

Courtney Ferguson

Responsibilities

Drive cost savings, vendor consolidation, and process improvements to enhance business efficiency

Accurately enter and track vendor requests, contract requests, and purchase orders in our Procure-to-Pay system with precision and timeliness

Monitor and update stakeholders on the status of purchase requests, new vendors, and agreements. Oversee approval queues, finalize request metadata, ensure fully signed agreements are uploaded, and set renewal alerts

Generate reports on spending patterns and upcoming renewals, identifying opportunities for cost savings and vendor optimization

Support a major Procure-to-Pay system replacement by scheduling meetings, documenting Q&A, and facilitating discovery sessions

Secure favorable terms through skilled vendor negotiations, ensuring the best value for Pebl

Create and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other sourcing events to partner with top-tier vendors

Monitor #ask-purchasing Slack Channel and purchasing@hellopebl.com email and provide timely support. Provide hands-on assistance to internal stakeholders, ensuring seamless procurement operations and user satisfaction

Qualification

Strategic sourcingContract negotiationsProcure-to-Pay systemsVendor managementCost savingsAnalytical skillsTech-savvyCommunicationOrganizational skillsProblem-solvingTeam player

Required

Minimum of 5 years' experience managing indirect procurement, including SaaS, marketing, technology services, and software categories

Proven experience implementing Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Travel & Expense (T&E) systems, along with establishing related policies and processes

At least 3 years of experience working within a technology startup, with a preference for fast-paced, high-growth environments

5+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, contract negotiations, or a related field

Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Warm, approachable, and professional, with the ability to build relationships with vendors, colleagues, and executives

Confidence in negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships to secure optimal terms

Proficient with procurement software (Coupa, Zip, NetSuite), AI Tools (Glean, OpenAI), travel and expense tools (Expensify, Brex, Navan), and general office tech (Slack, Confluence, Google Suite)

Resourceful and proactive, with a knack for anticipating needs and finding creative solutions

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with teams, vendors, and stakeholders

Comfortable working in a small, collaborative 3-person team, wearing multiple hats (sourcing, operations, purchase processing, reporting, end-user support)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience