Procurement Manager

Lake Elmo, MN • Lake Elmo, MN • Full Time • $70–$90 / hour

Posted on Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Essential Functions

Negotiate best-in-class commercial transactions to maximize value and minimize risks with heavy emphasis in technology transactions
Lead negotiation with vendors and perform financial analysis.
Primary point of contact between internal business partners, internal legal counsel, and third party vendor, in a competitive setting.
Conduct market research (i.e., alternatives and pricing) Collaborate with business leaders to confirm requirements and priorities.
Facilitate the request for proposal (RFP) process with vendors, business subject matter experts, and participate in vendor presentations and evaluation.
Manage all hardware/software/service renewals and terminations.Negotiate to reduce termination liabilities.
Understand contract provisions sufficiently to handle routine inquiries regarding terms, obligations, and renewal/termination options.
Understand and identify triggers for when to escalate and collaborate with internal legal and risk management teams.
Maintain procurement policies and guidelines and enforce governance. Working manager also manages the sourcing staff to ensure the P2P process is timely and efficiently.
Partner and collaborate across organization to develop and deploy supplier diversity program

Requirements:

Combination of education and experience generally acquired through the attainment of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience and 8 years experience.
At least 7 years experience in a progressively-responsible, strategic procurement role, with demonstrated leadership skills
Technology and/or financial services experience preferred
Client, APICS or CIPS certification preferred but not required

Qualifications:

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with internal and external customers
Ability to present a professional image and demeanor to internal and external customers Page 2 of 3 The Human Resources department retains the sole rights and discretion to make changes to this job description
Interact constructively and effectively with all constituencies and work collaboratively toward a common goal
Communicate effectively with clients and groups of employees in order to build and maintain positive relationships
Ability to effectively present information and response to questions from groups of employees, managers, and/or customers
Multi-task and maintain an optimistic outlook in a fast-paced work environment
Accept and implement changes with processes, people, and circumstances exhibiting a positive approach to each situation
Provide exceptional service to all customers and personalize interactions
Interpret and carry out objectives furnished in written or oral form and a demonstrated commitment to act within industry standards
Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure guidelines and manuals
Operate standard office equipment

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