Procurement Manager

REMOVERY LLC•Austin, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and assertive Procurement Manager to lead our purchasing function and ensure we are maximizing value, protecting company interests, and building high‑accountability vendor partnerships. This role requires someone who is strategic, detail‑oriented, and unafraid to push back when needed—someone who is collaborative and solution‑oriented with internal teams, but vigilant, skeptical, and tough‑minded when representing the company to outside vendors. You’ll own our end‑to‑end procurement process, drive cost efficiency, and ensure we partner only with vendors who deliver on their commitments.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or vendor management; multi‑location or multi‑vendor environment preferred.
Proven track record of strong negotiation, cost savings, and vendor accountability.
Ability to balance assertiveness with diplomacy—confident pushing back, escalating, and holding firm when needed.
Excellent analytical and financial acumen, with experience monitoring spend patterns and identifying savings opportunities.
Strong communication, relationship‑building, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
High degree of integrity, skepticism in vendor evaluation, and commitment to protecting company interests.

Nice To Haves

Confident, assertive, and comfortable saying no to vendors when necessary.
Detail‑oriented and structured, but agile enough to adjust to evolving needs.
Friendly, collaborative, and solution‑oriented with internal teams.
Tough‑minded, skeptical, and fiercely protective of company resources when negotiating externally.
A natural owner who thrives on driving results and improving processes.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the company’s full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, purchasing, and renewal management.
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business goals, cost‑savings targets, and operational needs.
Monitor spend across categories, identify savings opportunities, and implement controls to optimize budget utilization.
Negotiate pricing, terms, service levels, and renewals to ensure the company consistently receives best‑in‑class value.
Manage vendor relationships with a balance of professionalism and firm accountability—ensuring vendors meet all commitments, SLAs, and performance metrics.
Hold vendors responsible for results, timelines, and contract adherence, escalating concerns proactively and confidently as needed.
Conduct periodic vendor reviews and maintain current, accurate, and compliant contract documentation.
Work closely with Finance, Operations, Technology, and People teams to understand supply needs and ensure effective procurement support.
Serve as an internal consultant, guiding stakeholders on procurement processes, cost‑effective alternatives, and contract risk considerations.
Act as a strong internal partner—collaborative and approachable with team members, while acting as a vigilant protector of company interests in external negotiations.
Evaluate vendor risk, financial stability, and contract exposure; implement mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, legal standards, and best‑practice procurement policies.
Create and maintain procurement documentation, SOPs, and reporting dashboards.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive voluntary Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage - Removery picks up most of the cost!
$50,000 in Life Insurance, at no cost to you, with the option to purchase more for yourself and your dependents
Additional optional coverages such as Short and Long-term disability, Flexible Savings Accounts, etc.
3 weeks of paid time off for new employees (accrued and pro-rated for partial year, tenured employees earn more)
Eight (8) company-paid holidays for new employees, tenured employees earn additional floating holidays
Full time employees receive 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year
401(K) Retirement plan with generous company match
Referral Bonus Program
Employee Assistance Program – resources to help you manage work-life balance
Collaborative work environment with an amazing culture, committed to diversity and inclusion
Ongoing training and opportunities for advancement with a growing global company
One day per week of remote work flexibility