Procurement Manager

At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage — our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness.    Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.  The Procurement Manager will be an integral part of a mission driven global procurement team that negotiates Software, SaaS, Professional Services and various other types of commercial/contractual Agreements that are critical to the global operations of First Advantage. This is a high-visibility, hands-on, individual contributor role for a seasoned procurement professional who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment. The individual selected will have significant experience driving cost savings through negotiations with suppliers, possess a deep understanding of common contractual clauses found in Technology/Non-Technology Agreements, and have experience redlining/crafting contract language in partnership with the legal team. Executive level communication skills (written and verbal) are required. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned leader to play a hands-on role in further maturing the procurement organization to support the growth of the company. Please note, this is a remote position with core hours in EST. General Responsibilities: Contract and Negotiations:

• Lead complex negotiations for renewals and new purchases with suppliers of Technology and Non-Technology products/services, including, but not limited to Order Forms, Master Agreements, Statements of Work and Amendments

• Establish and negotiate aim-high and bottom-line commercial positions, price protection, expansion tables, true-up, payment terms, etc. to ensure the best possible total cost of ownership while minimizing risk and maximizing business flexibility

• Manage the Procure to Pay process ensuring timely creation of purchase orders, invoicing, and payment while adhering to established procurement policies

• Work closely with executives, legal, finance and department heads to drive efficiencies within the approvals and contracting processes

Category Management and Internal Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with internal stakeholders to help develop and execute strategies that support the financial and growth objectives of the company

• Take ownership and serve as the procurement subject matter expert for assigned body of work

• Provide exceptional customer service through quality and timely completion of all assigned work

REQUIRED SKILLS: Education: A bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, information technology or finance or equivalent experience. A master’s degree strongly preferred Required Job Qualifications:

• Verbal and written fluency with English and Spanish

• Significant experience leading complex commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers of Technology and Non-Technology products/services, including, but not limited to Order Forms, Master Agreements, Statements of Work and Amendments, including critical and/or high value (>$500K) engagements

• Thrive in situations that may be ambiguous; An out-of-the box, creative thinker

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assigned workload based on changing business requirements

• Demonstrate significant expertise in procurement, including identifying total cost of ownership, and savings opportunities while minimizing risk and maximizing business flexibility

• Ability to create and deliver training on various procurement topics (contracting, negotiation, etc.)

• Ability to develop relationships quickly, and tactfully influence cross-functionally

• Executive communication skills (written and verbal)

• Experience serving as a mentor and point of escalation to junior members of the team

• Experience contributing and/or lead process improvement engagements

Why First Advantage is Your Next Big Career Move    First Advantage is going through a technology transformation! We are looking for experts who are excited to work with advanced technologies and provide best-in-class user experience, drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions, and smoothly guide our agile teams and clients through meaningful changes as we continue to expand our impact.  What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!  You have learned a little about us today – we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!  

United States Equal Opportunity Employment:

First Advantage is proud to be a global leader in removing barriers and supporting our community members to ensure the changing demographics of the workforce are reflected in our hiring and employment practices. We value all of our candidates, employees, and clients, and place great emphasis on hiring and supporting qualified individuals in each role. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other area protected by applicable law.