Procurement Manager

We challenge the status quo because we know a better supply chainisn’tjust possible—it’sessential. Better for our customers. Better for their business. Better for the world.

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Movement , we’reredefining how global supply chains operate. By transforming fragmentedlogisticsdata into real-time, AI-powered insights, we empower companies to connect instantly, see clearly, act decisively, and automate intelligently. Our Supply Chain AI enhances visibility, drives smarter execution, and unlocks next-gen applications that keep businesses moving forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with a 2nd HQ in Bengaluru, India we are powered by a diverse global team that is tackling the toughestlogisticschallenges with innovation, urgency, and purpose.

Ifyou’redriven to solve meaningful problems, leverage AI to scale rapidly, drive impact daily, and be part of a high-performance team – we should talk.

Procurement Manager

This position will develop and manage tailored sourcing strategies along key verticals, categories, or vendors by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive cost savings, improve business processes, and reduce risk across project
44 globally. This position will also manage the contract requisition process across project
44, and ensure vendor contact data is uploaded& stored accurately in project
44’s contract management system.

• Manage the supplier sourcing across the supply base, including scope development, the RFP process and supplier selection evaluations.
• Assess supplier capabilities to meet product, cost, quality,capacity and fulfillment
• Track and report key metrics around vendor data, cost reduction, & spend management
• Collaborate with suppliers, functional business owners, and the Legal/Infosec/Privacy teams tocontractualizethe commercial relationship
• Oversee the contract management system & ensure visibility into key agreements and categories
• Administer contract requests through various review & approval steps within project
  44’s Procurement system
• Where applicable, perform risk management for key suppliers and agreements
• Interface with internal teams to investigate alternative tools & improve cost competitiveness or supply constraints
• Research external market information and companies toidentifypotential sources and suppliers
• Drive supplierselectionthrough robust qualification and evaluation processes
• Work with business stakeholders and vendors to develop cost models and financial analysis to support vendor selection activities
• Leverage spend & contract data to compile dashboards and actionable insights for leadership or key stakeholders
• Coordinate escalation path between project
  44 and Supplier to ensure ongoing performance & relationship management
• Where possible, support the business by performing cost build-ups, market analysis, or historical spend analysis
• Support management of Travel & Expense platforms, analytics, and strategy

• Strong analytical, communication and writing skills, particularly with suppliers & company leadership
• Highly organized with an attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills withtrack recordto meet deliverables and project deadlines
• Experience across ERP/CLM systems
• Strong negotiations and influential skills
• Customer-service minded with a focus on process improvement
• Passionate about creating,maintaining and enforcing global policies
• Self-starter with ability to work independently while understanding the importance of elevating questions/concerns promptly
• Ability to work with others to develop effective internal relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to innovate and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Competency in Microsoft Office with high ability in Excel and Power Point

This position requires a commitment to contribute to our collaborative culture by working in-office five days weekly.

At project
44,we’redesigning the future of how the world moves and is connected through trade and global supply chains. As we work to deliver a truly world-class product and experience, we are also intentionally building teams that…