Senior Manager, Procurement

Procurement Manager

We are seeking a strategic Procurement Manager to build and lead our procurement function from the ground up. This is a high-impact, hands-on role responsible for designing processes, implementing tools, and delivering measurable cost savings across the company. With a broad scope spanning multiple spend categories, including Logistics, IT and Marketing, you will have many ways to positively impact our business. As the function grows, there will also be opportunities to shape and scale the team and define its long-term direction.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement source-to-pay processes
• Select and deploy procurement tools and templates
• Establish reporting (dashboards, savings tracking, renewal pipeline and vendor management programs)
• Conduct spend analysis and create a centralized contract repository
• Lead RFPs and competitive bids
• Negotiate contracts across all indirect spend categories
• Manage SaaS/IT renewals and conduct supplier risk assessments
• Track and report savings with clear methodology
• Enforce finance policies and approval workflows
• Partner with IT and Legal on risk, security, and contracts
• Establish procurement governance frameworks
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive adoption and expand reach
• Serve as procurement subject matter expert
• Train teams on processes and tools

Benefits, Tailored for You.

• Bonus eligible
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match and tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, vision, company paid LTD/STD, and generous amount of paid time off.
• Office includes amenities such as a caf, fitness center, free parking and Red Line shuttle.
• Generous associate discount; group discounts on auto, pet and homeowner insurance.
• Discount Marketplace for travel, consumer products, food, auto buying, etc.
• Associate resource groups.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in procurement/strategic sourcing across multiple categories
• Experience building or transforming procurement functions
• Strong sourcing, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Experience with procurement tools (P2P, S2P, CLM)
• Working knowledge of contract fundamentals
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills
• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
• Preferred: AI tool usage in procurement (contract analysis, spend analytics, market insights)
• Preferred: Retail/consumer industry experience
• Preferred: Familiarity with tools like Procurify, Tropic, or similar
• Preferred: Procurement certifications (CPSM, CPM, etc.)

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work, prolonged periods of time working at a desk and on a computer.
• Ability to communicate information and observe details at close range.
• Light to moderate lifting may be required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

Our Brand

At J.Jill, we're redefining what it means to dress and live with ease. As a women-led, Boston-based lifestyle brand with 200+ stores nationwide, we design thoughtful, inspired apparel and accessories that celebrate the totality of all women. We're entering an exciting chapter of growth expanding our footprint, reaching new customers, and deepening long-standing relationships. We're seeking bold thinkers and doers to join us. With competitive pay and benefits, a supportive culture, and the chance to make a real impact, this is more than a job, it's an opportunity to bring our ethos keep it simple, make it matter to life in new and inspiring ways.