• Location: Boston MA
• Type: Perm
• Job #25972

Company Overview:
A leading global private investment firm with approximately $215 billion in assets under management is seeking a Senior Associate for its Procurement team. This role focuses on managing several Information Technology categories of indirect spend, including software, hardware, telecommunications, cloud infrastructure, and professional services.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as category lead for assigned IT categories and collaborate on additional indirect spend categories.
• Lead contract review and negotiation processes, partnering with Legal counsel.
• Identify and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Execute sourcing initiatives and partner on RFPs across assigned categories.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and key process owner for the firm’s ERP system.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to support the end-to-end P.O. process.
• Create informed, innovative category strategies and drive continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct diligence on new suppliers and manage onboarding.
• Contribute to the documentation of initiatives and supplier records.
• Develop and improve the department’s strategic, operational, and tactical processes.

Qualifications:

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of procurement experience, with time in sourcing and category management roles.
• Experience in financial services, private equity, or similar industries preferred.
• Strong client service orientation and ability to partner with senior stakeholders.
• Fluency using AI tools for analysis, research, and contract review.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems; Workday experience preferred.
• Knowledge of standard contracting terms and IT-specific contract terms.
• Experience with enterprise procurement platforms preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and presentation skills in PowerPoint.
• Strong business acumen and collaborative spirit.

Compensation:
Salary: $95,000 – $110,000, Plus Bonus