Technical Manager

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.PROCUREMENTWhat We DoOur Procurement team establishes and maintains the supplier partnerships required to scale our growing company. Our team includes experts in strategic sourcing, procurement operations, and procurement technology. Together we are responsible for supporting all global business units to achieve corporate objectives.What You'll DoYou will be responsible for ensuring Epic's Source-to-Pay tools and processes work efficiently and effectively for every user, from business end users submitting a request to functional experts in Procurement, Accounts Payable, Legal, and Finance. You will be the business owner of Epic’s S2P technology ecosystem, including a mix of purchased and internally built tools. You will lead a lean team of direct reports and contractors while partnering closely with others across Epic’s global business to identify and remove friction across the S2P workflow. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on execution with strategic leadership, pairing deep procurement process knowledge with the technical skill to administer and optimize enterprise S2P systems.In this role, you willAct as the business owner and administrator of Epic’s S2P technology stack, including a variety of purchased and in-house toolsContinuously improve and simplify Epic's S2P tools and workflows, reducing friction and ambiguity while increasing functionality and usability to make those tools and workflows intuitive for business end users and functional teamsGather and act on feedback to identify friction points, identify opportunities for improvement, and design and deliver solutions across the S2P technology landscapeLead and develop a lean team of direct reports and contractors, building their skills and supporting their career growth while modeling strong hands-on executionStay current on S2P technology trends and best practices, advising leadership on tool performance, risks, and investment prioritiesWhat we're looking for7+ years’ experience in a procurement-focused role, with hands-on experience administering procurement/S2P systems as a subject matter expert or system administratorStrong knowledge of end-to-end S2P processes including sourcing, purchasing, contracting, and invoicing/accounts payable, and experience optimizing procurement technology platforms (prior Coupa experience is preferred but not required)Experience building or delivering on enablement programs that help users adopt and effectively use business systems and processesExperience identifying and applying AI-driven capabilities within S2P systems and processes to reduce manual effort and improve speed, accuracy, and user experience.Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels and functionsStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical or process details into clear, user-friendly guidanceAbility to thrive in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment and manage multiple simultaneous priorities with strong organization and problem-solving skillsBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceEPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEOur intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.ABOUT USEpic Games​ ​is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.