Title: Procurement Manager / Finance Manager / Project Manager
Industry: Software or Finance
Type: Contract to Hire (Remote) – 6 to 12 months with potential for permanent conversion
Pay: $50-60/hour
Hours: East Coast Hours
Software: MS Office Suite; Fieldglass (plus); PowerBI (plus)
Interview Process: Two Rounds (1st interview followed by a second)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly analytical, forward-thinking Procurement Manager/Finance Manager/Project Manager to join our team. This is a newly created position designed to drive business decisions through the power of data and analytics. The role involves overseeing procurement analytics, developing strategies to optimize the supply base, and helping guide the business toward smarter, data-driven decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leverage business knowledge to lead programs and drive analytics that strengthen procurement and operational processes.
- Lead the development and reporting of key procurement and financial metrics.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through data-driven insights and forward-thinking initiatives.
- Collaborate with various teams to understand business needs and resource availability.
- Research industry best practices and make recommendations for new programs or initiatives.
- Drive procurement education and development programs, finding training opportunities for buyers and analysts on the team.
- Act as an organizational influencer, helping the procurement team to be seen as a strategic partner.
- Stay current on industry trends and competitor programs to continually innovate and improve internal processes.
Qualifications:
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite; experience with Fieldglass or PowerBI is a plus.
- Experience with procurement analytics and project management.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work across different teams.
- Strong research skills and a proactive attitude towards problem-solving and driving results.