Strategic Technology Negotiation Manager

Description

• Design and implement standardized processes, policies, and guidelines for business-led buying, ensuring consistency and best practices across the organization.
• Develop and maintain the sourcing policy and approval matrix, ensuring compliance with internal risk policies and external legal requirements.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met and gaining buy-in for CoE initiatives.
• Work closely with Finance, IT, and other relevant teams to foster collaboration and seamless integration of processes.
• Develop and deliver training programs and resources to enhance alignment models procurement skills and knowledge, promoting self-sufficiency and best practices.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Act as the subject matter expert for procurement technologies and systems (e.g., e-sourcing, Procure-to-Pay), overseeing system performance and supporting implementation initiatives.
• Manage and lead a team of CoE resources, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
• Work with Director to develop and implement the overall strategy and roadmap for the Business-Led Buying Center of Excellence (CoE), aligning with Bentley’s strategic procurement objectives and broader business goals.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of the CoE's initiatives, demonstrating tangible value and ROI.
• Identify opportunities to bring more spend categories under the CoE's management, driving efficiency and cost savings.
• Collaborate with alignment models to understand their specific buying needs and adapt CoE processes to meet those needs while maintaining overall coherence.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with business-led buying activities.
• Provide regular reports and insights to Director on CoE performance and progress.

Requirements

• Experience in developing and delivering training programs is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent training or experience.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related field, with a focus on strategic sourcing and process improvement.
• Proven experience in managing cross-functional projects and driving change within an organization.
• Strong understanding of procurement technologies and systems (e.g., ERP, e-sourcing, P2P).

Benefits

• An attractive salary and benefits package.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance