Manager, Procurement

What You'll Contribute The Manager, Procurement will be responsible for executing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with various teams and stakeholders to streamline the procurement processes. What You'll Do Execute procurement strategies in alignment with organizational goals, ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services while maintaining quality standards. Manage the procurement process, including supplier identification, evaluation, negotiation, and contract management, to meet project requirements and delivery timelines. Conduct supplier evaluations and assessments to ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and ethical standards. Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions, and monitoring contract performance throughout its duration. Analyze procurement data and metrics to evaluate performance, identify trends, and propose improvements to optimize procurement operations. The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job; it is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this role. What You Have Minimum: Indicate minimum education, skills and experience required. Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and processes, including supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement systems. Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Ability to analyze data and use insights to drive decision-making, optimize processes, and identify cost‑saving opportunities. Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement and supply chain management. Proficiency in using procurement software and tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Detail‑oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and quality. Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Preferred Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field. 5+ years experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management. The Americans with Disabilities Act The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 prohibits discrimination by employers in compensation and employment opportunities against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function. Benefits Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed Support for financial‑well‑being and retirement 401k with employer match Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more Employer paid short‑term/long‑term disability and basic life insurance Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs Free access to on‑site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware) Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs Career development and training opportunities Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. #J-18808-Ljbffr