Manager, Procurement

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

At NAVEX, we're making the world a better place. A safer place. A more ethical place. A place where anyone, anywhere can have a voice. That's a serious impact.

NAVEX is poised for strong growth in 2025 and beyond as we continue to make a positive impact in the world with our full suite of integrated risk and compliance solutions!

As the Manager, Procurement, you will be responsible for leading our global procurement and contract management process. In this strategic role, you will oversee our purchasing process, lead strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate favorable commercial terms with vendors, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to use innovative strategies to stretch budgets.

You will also develop and refine procurement policies and procedures, accelerate our end-to-end purchasing life cycle, explore opportunities for software enablement, and promote financial accountability across the organization. This role has one direct report.

What you'll get:

• Career growth. With market-leading training and an unwavering commitment to owning your career plan, you can grow your career to new heights.

• Real rewards. We offer competitive and transparent pay practices, top-of-the-range wellbeing programs, and brilliant opt-in benefits. Because we believe companies should offer more than just a salary.

• Meaningful purpose. Our products and solutions have real-life impact on people and organizations across the globe. Our innovations make a difference.

• Life flexibility. We want you to bring your best self to work every day. We understand that you can only do that with quality time to care for yourself, your loved ones and your community.

• An inspiring culture. Find yourself surrounded by leaders that care, invested teammates, and like-minded groups where you'll feel at home.

• Industry leadership. Play your part in a fast-growing organization known for excellence, profitability, and stability.

What you'll do:

• Develop and execute the company's global procurement strategy to optimize cost, quality, and risk

• Lead and manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier selection

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, driving performance and continuous improvement

• Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, IT, HR, and business units) to align procurement goals with business needs

• Manage and mentor a high-performing procurement team

• Implement and manage procurement systems and tools

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations

• Track and report on key procurement KPIs and cost savings initiatives

What you'll need:

• 6+ years of relevant, progressive experience with 2+ years of experience managing, leading and mentoring direct reports

• Expertise in procurement or supply chain leadership. Candidates with industry certifications (CPSM, PCM, CSCP, etc.) will stand out

• Experience managing key spend categories (Enterprise software, IT, facilities, professional services). Familiarity with the tech/SaaS industry will be highly valuable

• Experience building procurement policies, processes, and governance frameworks

• Strong understanding of supplier risk, contract compliance, data privacy, and regulatory issues, as well as contract terms, SLAs, and negotiation best practices

• Results-oriented, metrics-driven mindset with strong influential leadership

• Ability to use data and analytics tools to analyze and optimize spending

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional purchasing initiatives

• Ability to drive results through your job competencies of influence, strategic execution and talent development

• Ability to drive results through NAVEX core competencies of accountability, customer focus, drives results and instills trust

Our side of the deal:

We believe everyone deserves to see their path forward, and the steps in place to achieve their career and financial goals.

• Every team member is required to have a career plan in place, to be reviewed with their manager after six months in our team.

• The starting pay range for this role is $130,000+ with 5% MBO.

• Pay progression based on your performance.

We're committed to helping you thrive in all aspects of your life. Our pay programs are just one element of this. Check out NAVEX's career page to find out more information.

We're an equal opportunity employer, including all disability and veteran status.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!