Head of Procurement

November 4

Apply Now

Receive Emails with Similar Jobs

iDeals

WebsiteLinkedInAll Job Openings

B2B • Enterprise • SaaS

iDeals is a global company offering numerous career opportunities across various fields such as customer support, engineering, information technology, marketing, and sales. With locations in Brazil, Frankfurt, India, Madrid, Milan, Prague, and Ukraine, iDeals provides positions ranging from entry-level customer support roles to senior engineering and technical management roles. They focus on helping businesses across the globe through collaboration and innovation, encouraging applications and referrals to build a diverse team. The company emphasizes their global impact and commitment to aiding business growth.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 2008

🤝 B2B

🏢 Enterprise

☁️ SaaS

📋 Description

• Lead strategic procurement planning, focusing on cost savings, vendor optimization, and process improvements • Manage and mentor a procurement team, monitoring key performance indicators, and drive a high-performance culture • Oversee the full vendor lifecycle, including selection, performance management, negotiation, and risk governance • Manage procurement budgets, monitor spending, track savings, and liaise with Finance for accurate forecasting • Spearhead high-value contract negotiations and ensure all contracts comply with legal and operational standards • Establish risk mitigation strategies and ensure all procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations • Drive cross-functional alignment with departments like Finance and Legal to ensure procurement effectively supports broader business goals • Develop existing and implement new procurement technologies and tools to drive efficiency and outcomes (cost savings, cycle time, etc.)

🎯 Requirements

• Proficiency in English, at least at B2 level • 3+ years as a Head of Procurement with a previous background of 5+ years in procurement • Ability to develop and execute long-term strategic plans that align procurement with the company's financial and growth goals • Proven track record of building, managing, and mentoring a team, along with driving cross-functional alignment with stakeholders • High proficiency with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., NetSuite, Coupa) and modern procurement orchestration platforms • Expert in spend analysis, TCO modeling, and developing category strategies across SaaS, HR, and Marketing • Expertise in SaaS optimization, data analysis, and awareness of AI/RPA tools for procurement use cases • Exceptional skills in contract negotiations (MSAs, SOWs), due diligence, and supplier performance evaluation. • Proven ability in P2P process design, contract lifecycle management, and managing SLAs/KPIs • Experience with internal controls, SOX/GDPR/SOC 2 compliance, and implementing third-party risk frameworks • Nice to have: Professional certificates (CIPS) • Nice to have: Experience with implementing procurement platforms

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote-first flexibility to shape your ideal workday • Home workplace budget • Resilient home budget for Ukraine-based teammates • Resilient office in Kyiv & co-working expense coverage • Individual IT budget for extra equipment • Top-tier tech and AI-powered tools • Access to Ideals Academy with numerous courses • Investment in external learning and development activities • Guidance in Personal Development Plan creation • Professional literature and subscriptions coverage • Support of your passion as a speaker or writer • Internal talent mobility opportunities • Tailored Wellness Package for your physical and mental health • Full coverage of mental health sessions for Ukrainian teammates • Funding for sports competitions • 20 business days of paid time off per year • Unlimited health-related time-off • Team-building offline and online events • Budget for meetups with your local team • Generous internal referral program