Manager, Procurement
Global Partners LP · Waltham, MA · 1 wk ago
PurchasingFull-time
Your Role, Your Impact
- Procurement Operations & Process Management: oversee daily procurement operations including requisitioning, sourcing, purchasing, and invoice resolution; streamline purchasing procedures to reduce cycle times and improve operational efficiency; identify process gaps and implement continuous improvement initiatives; ensure alignment with organizational policies, budgets, and compliance standards
- Oracle System Management & Optimization: Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Oracle Fusion / Oracle Procurement Cloud (S2P); manage and enhance Oracle modules including iProcurement, Purchasing, Supplier Management, AP, iSourcing, and iSupplier; maintain system data integrity and ensure audit-ready compliance; lead system enhancements, upgrades, and integration efforts with IT and finance systems; drive user adoption and optimize system utilization across the organization
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze purchasing behavior and spend patterns to identify cost-saving opportunities; develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as procurement cycle time, spend under management, and supplier performance; build reports and dashboards using Oracle analytics tools to support decision-making
- Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Evaluate supplier performance and ensure vendor compliance with contractual and company requirements; support supplier onboarding and relationship management processes; collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Finance, IT, Operations, HR) to align procurement strategies; influence stakeholders to adopt best practices and standardized processes
- Policy Enforcement & Compliance: Enforce procurement policies, controls, and best practices; educate end-users on procurement tools, policies, and procedures; ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulatory requirements; maintain audit readiness and support internal/external audits
- Team Leadership & Collaboration: Provide leadership and guidance to procurement operations staff, including mentoring as applicable; foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service; work independently with limited direction while exercising sound judgment
Qualifications
- Deep understanding of Source-to-Pay (S2P) / Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes
- Advanced data analysis and reporting capabilities
- Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma preferred)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to identify trends and develop cost-saving strategies
- Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain experience. At least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role. Proven experience managing Oracle Fusion/Oracle Procurement Cloud systems