Manager, procurement risk platforms management

Job Overview

The Manager, Procurement Risk Platforms Management is responsible for overseeing the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of platforms and tools that enable effective procurement risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting. This role will drive cross‑functional collaboration between procurement, risk, compliance, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure the organization’s procurement risk platforms support strategic objectives and regulatory requirements. Strong technical background is required to fully understand platform functionalities and have the ability to perform minor configuration tasks as needed.

• Lead the strategy, roadmap, and execution for procurement risk platforms, ensuring alignment with organizational risk management goals and procurement policies.
• Leverage technical expertise to understand platform architecture, troubleshoot issues, and execute minor configuration changes without external support.
• Monitor platform performance, user adoption, and effectiveness; identify and drive enhancements based on evolving business needs and regulatory changes.
• Analyze current workflows and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and drive measurable reductions in procurement cycle times.
• Collaborate with Risk, IT, procurement, and compliance teams to define requirements and implement solutions.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the platform’s Customer Success Managers, facilitating open communication, resolving issues, and ensuring that platform features meet the evolving needs of the procurement organization.
• Oversee platform implementations, integrations, and optimization, collaborating with IT and procurement teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks, data standards, and reporting protocols for procurement risk management.
• Ensure platforms are compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies (e.g., cybersecurity, privacy, third‑party risk).
• Develop and deliver training, communications, and change management initiatives to maximize platform value and user engagement.
• Prepare and present executive reports on procurement risk platform performance, trends, and improvement opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience managing procurement, risk, or compliance platforms, with demonstrated technical proficiency, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Hands‑on experience with platform configuration, workflow management, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, global environment and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Candidates should possess technical expertise in risk evaluation platforms used for procurement and vendor risk management. Familiarity with the following platforms is highly desirable:
Process Unity, Archer, Concur, Fraud detection tools. Knowledge of Excel, SQL.

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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