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Role Overview: As a Procurement Operations Specialist at BlackLine, you will play a key role in contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement operations. Your responsibilities will include managing key administrative processes, supporting vendor relationships, ensuring compliance, and promoting ongoing business success through effective vendor management. Key Responsibilities: - Work closely with Procurement Managers to provide insightful deal analysis for strategic vendor negotiations. - Collect, synthesize, and summarize data from multiple sources to support data-driven decision-making. - Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure business success and support negotiations. - Conduct vendor risk assessments to evaluate potential risks and ensure compliance with risk management standards. - Support the management of vendor master data and ensure accuracy and up-to-date information in the system. - Partner with business stakeholders to provide training and guidance on procurement policies and procedures. - Manage the routing of DocuSign agreements for approval and ensure timely execution of contracts. - Ensure contracts are compliant with internal policies, regulations, and company standards. - Assist in the creation, storage, and maintenance of contracts, documenting and tracking agreements. - Create, document, and maintain SOPs to standardize procurement processes and ensure compliance. - Lead procurement-related projects from initiation to completion, meeting milestones and objectives. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent with at least 2 years of experience in procurement, operations, data analysis, supply chain, finance, accounting, or related roles. - Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret data, and provide actionable insights. - Project management skills, including planning and executing procurement projects on time. - High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all procurement processes. - Excellent communication skills, both interpersonal and with broader audiences. - Experience in vendor master data management, contract management, or procurement compliance is a plus. - Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Ability to negotiate and manage contracts effectively. - Resourceful in overcoming challenges and finding innovative approaches. - Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Additional Details: BlackLine is a technology-based company focused on modernizing the finance and accounting function. The company values innovation, continuous learning, and diversity in its workforce. With a culture that is kind, open, and accepting, BlackLine offers professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to support its employees" growth and learning. The workplace culture optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture the company's vision for the future. Employees are expected to work in the office at least 2 days a week if they live within a reasonable commute to one of BlackLine's offices.,
