Pretium Partners LLC
Technology Procurement Category Manager
Pretium Partners LLC, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Pretium Enterprise Services
With expert business service capabilities, Pretium Enterprise Services (“PES”), is integral to the growth, innovation, and transformation of its global operating companies. Partnering with internal and external businesses and stakeholders to rapidly unlock value for its customers, PES delivers with excellence and ownership, enabling scalable growth.
Job Overview
PES is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager of our Technology Portfolio who will leverage their advanced capabilities in the technology procurement space to build Enterprise-wide coordination and collaboration in contract management, supplier management, spend management, and governance. Your immediate focus will be on our core Technology & Platform Infrastructure, and over time you will expand into technology sourcing solutions for our evolving advanced analytics platforms.You will prioritize strategy, cost, and performance for technology procurement across our ecosystem of companies while driving efficiency. You will work closely with internal partners within our Enterprise services team and across our Operating companies to assess the current state of our technology portfolio and develop and implement best practices for the future.
The ideal candidate will have additional sourcing expertise within various indirect categories; however, the main focus of the position is Technology sourcing. This role is NOT remote and the preferred location for this position is Charlotte, NC. Other locations that may be considered are Dallas, TX as well as Jacksonville, FL, and Atlanta, GA.
What You’ll Do
Partner with Enterprise CTOs,VP of Procurement and a complex network of stakeholders across our ecosystem to build oversight and optimization of our Technology Portfolio and associated contracts
Conduct assessment of current technology contracts, provide recommendations to optimize, and deliver on optimizations
Establish and implement best practices and standards for future technology supplier contracts
Provide a critical lens for risk management for technology and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to mitigate risk
Support the procurement process for all technology related products
Lead the onboarding/offboarding process for technology suppliers
Support the VP of Procurement on building a supplier management framework and ensure technology portfolio aligns with framework
Provide ongoing oversight of technology spend, identify opportunities for spend efficiency, and execute changes
Ensure all suppliers are documented, and data analytics are conducted
Monitor relevant metrics for technology portfolio and produce standard and ad hoc repots
Keep informed on innovations and trends in the technology space and identify opportunities for potential enhancements to our technology portfolio
Measure and work to enhance supplier diversity; partner with Opcos on brand recognition opportunities
Identify and execute on ESG opportunities where appropriate
Ensure all technology procurement processes comply with documented policy
Requirements
A successful candidate should possess expertise in technology procurement and contracts. This individual will be someone with sound financial knowledge who can successfully collaborate and influence across entities with varying business models
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, procurement, operations, finance, technology business administration, or another relevant field required. MBA preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in procurement, sourcing, operations, or related field with a focus in technology
Expertise in Technology contracting and negotiations
Additional expertise in various indirect spend categories
Procurement experience in Investment Management, Real Estate, Finance or Private Equity preferred
Expertise in negotiation and change management
Data driven, familiar with benchmarking and appropriate metrics and measures
Knowledge and practice of accounting and finance principles
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced skills with Excel and PowerPoint
Proficiency in Procurement software/technology
Must live in the Charlotte, NC area (other locations that may be considered are Dallas, TX as well as Jacksonville, FL, and Atlanta, GA)
Vaccination against Covid-19 is required, except where prohibited pursuant to state or local law.
What We Offer
This position offers the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial Firm committed to the personal and professional growth of its team members and to maintaining a positive, encouraging work environment where people enjoy working together. The company offers a comprehensive benefits and perks package, including:
401(k) plan with an employer match
Employer-paid health, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holiday time
Annual year-end bonus eligible
Pretium Enterprise Services is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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With expert business service capabilities, Pretium Enterprise Services (“PES”), is integral to the growth, innovation, and transformation of its global operating companies. Partnering with internal and external businesses and stakeholders to rapidly unlock value for its customers, PES delivers with excellence and ownership, enabling scalable growth.
Job Overview
PES is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager of our Technology Portfolio who will leverage their advanced capabilities in the technology procurement space to build Enterprise-wide coordination and collaboration in contract management, supplier management, spend management, and governance. Your immediate focus will be on our core Technology & Platform Infrastructure, and over time you will expand into technology sourcing solutions for our evolving advanced analytics platforms.You will prioritize strategy, cost, and performance for technology procurement across our ecosystem of companies while driving efficiency. You will work closely with internal partners within our Enterprise services team and across our Operating companies to assess the current state of our technology portfolio and develop and implement best practices for the future.
The ideal candidate will have additional sourcing expertise within various indirect categories; however, the main focus of the position is Technology sourcing. This role is NOT remote and the preferred location for this position is Charlotte, NC. Other locations that may be considered are Dallas, TX as well as Jacksonville, FL, and Atlanta, GA.
What You’ll Do
Partner with Enterprise CTOs,VP of Procurement and a complex network of stakeholders across our ecosystem to build oversight and optimization of our Technology Portfolio and associated contracts
Conduct assessment of current technology contracts, provide recommendations to optimize, and deliver on optimizations
Establish and implement best practices and standards for future technology supplier contracts
Provide a critical lens for risk management for technology and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to mitigate risk
Support the procurement process for all technology related products
Lead the onboarding/offboarding process for technology suppliers
Support the VP of Procurement on building a supplier management framework and ensure technology portfolio aligns with framework
Provide ongoing oversight of technology spend, identify opportunities for spend efficiency, and execute changes
Ensure all suppliers are documented, and data analytics are conducted
Monitor relevant metrics for technology portfolio and produce standard and ad hoc repots
Keep informed on innovations and trends in the technology space and identify opportunities for potential enhancements to our technology portfolio
Measure and work to enhance supplier diversity; partner with Opcos on brand recognition opportunities
Identify and execute on ESG opportunities where appropriate
Ensure all technology procurement processes comply with documented policy
Requirements
A successful candidate should possess expertise in technology procurement and contracts. This individual will be someone with sound financial knowledge who can successfully collaborate and influence across entities with varying business models
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, procurement, operations, finance, technology business administration, or another relevant field required. MBA preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in procurement, sourcing, operations, or related field with a focus in technology
Expertise in Technology contracting and negotiations
Additional expertise in various indirect spend categories
Procurement experience in Investment Management, Real Estate, Finance or Private Equity preferred
Expertise in negotiation and change management
Data driven, familiar with benchmarking and appropriate metrics and measures
Knowledge and practice of accounting and finance principles
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced skills with Excel and PowerPoint
Proficiency in Procurement software/technology
Must live in the Charlotte, NC area (other locations that may be considered are Dallas, TX as well as Jacksonville, FL, and Atlanta, GA)
Vaccination against Covid-19 is required, except where prohibited pursuant to state or local law.
What We Offer
This position offers the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial Firm committed to the personal and professional growth of its team members and to maintaining a positive, encouraging work environment where people enjoy working together. The company offers a comprehensive benefits and perks package, including:
401(k) plan with an employer match
Employer-paid health, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holiday time
Annual year-end bonus eligible
Pretium Enterprise Services is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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