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Description
The Procurement Business Partner is responsible for supporting internal stakeholders with their purchasing of software, hardware, marketing events & services across multiple departments (Engineering, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Tax). This position will support the buyers in their use of Optimizely Spend Management application system (ORO) and be a champion of adoption of the system and process. The Procurement Business Partner assists in ensuring operational excellence in procurement operations by ensuring processes and systems are functioning in a smooth and highly efficient manner. They aim to removes any blockages in workflows, designs and structures processes with the goal of continuous improvement while ensuring data accuracy and analysis to provide meaningful insights. Job Responsibilities Is responsible for the ensuring smooth functioning of the procurement process while supporting Optimizely's global workforce Maintains strong knowledge of financial and legal terms, and of Optimizely Spend Management application- ORO and is starting to be recognized for knowledge on the procurement system and process. Accountable for delivering quality, on time work product Builds strong, proactive partnerships with stakeholders and business leadership based on deep knowledge of their priorities Supports stakeholders in building business cases, vendor evaluation and commercial negotiations Has a continuous improvement mindset, identifies and contributes to further develop the core sourcing and procurement operating model Works with the wider procurement team and cross-functionally to ensure appropriate legal, and security reviews are in place Reviews commercial and non commercial documents and forwards redlines to Legal Responsible for data checking, correcting and monitoring in the organizations Spend Management tool. Anticipates risks and potential obstacles before they occur, and prepares suggested solutions to discuss. Knowledge and Experience Typically, 2-5 years of procurement experience, preferably in a tech industry Experience in spend management, procurement, accounting, law, finance, supply chain Experience in IT, Software or Professional services companies Excellent organizational and planning skills Experience in developing and maintaining cross functional relationships Ability to read and interpret a contract for purchase of goods and services Ability to support contract negotiation Excellent communicator Fluent English - verbal and written Education Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or related degree
