Senior Manager, Procurement

MongoDB

1d•$76,000 - $149,000•Remote

About The Position

MongoDB is looking for a Senior Manager, Procurement (Software) to support our growing company's needs. This role requires a strategic thinker, but also someone who is prepared to “roll up their sleeves.” It also requires interaction across the organization, globally. The right candidate will be a builder with strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills. This position will work in the Procurement Team managing procurement analyst and supporting the company in creating and implementing a category strategy for global Software. This role is based in the New York office and will be reporting to the Head of Procurement & Travel who is also based in New York. By joining the MongoDB Procurement team you will be gaining an enormous amount of experience while accelerating your career. This role will be based remotely in the United States, but also open to Pacific Time Zone.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or MBA/Master's Degree
8+ years of experience within an indirect procurement team, including significant experience managing software purchasing and supplier negotiations
4+ years of people management experience required
Experience developing category strategies and managing complex software supplier relationships
Ability to analyze spend data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations
Strong organizational and project management skills
Legal contract experience
Demonstrated ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and influence decision making across multiple business functions
Highly articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with global teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones, including Pacific Time business hours
Think creatively, are highly driven, and are skilled at creating structure in situations that are uncertain or ambiguous within a rapidly growing business
Demonstrated ability to roll up your sleeves and work alongside team members, driving projects through to completion

Responsibilities

Serve as the main point of contact for global Software contracts, leading category strategic initiatives and managing a team of procurement analysts
Collaborate cross-functionally across the organization with stakeholders and the global Legal team to ensure vendor compliance and requirements are met
Develop and execute a Software Category Management strategy and roadmap aligned with company growth and technology goals
Own and manage a pipeline of software renewals, sourcing initiatives, and supplier engagements, ensuring proper planning and execution across the organization
Build a deep understanding of software spend, market trends, licensing models, and supplier landscapes to unlock cost savings and value optimization
Establish trusted partnerships with key stakeholders in Finance, Legal, IT, Security, and business teams to guide procurement decision-making
Partner with global teams across regions and time zones, including regular collaboration during Pacific Time business hours
Drive supplier negotiations, vendor performance management, and sourcing activities to secure optimal commercial outcomes
Ensure all deals within your scope comply fully with the company purchasing policy
Deliver superior and consistent project management skills for multi country, cross functional team projects
Work closely with global stakeholders on pre renewal strategy, RFP distribution, contract negotiations, and post renewal analysis
Develop a trusted advisor relationship with key business partners and internal stakeholders through effective communication, strategic guidance, and high quality execution
Build and maintain a forward looking software renewal and sourcing pipeline with clear visibility into risks, opportunities, and upcoming business needs
Develop actionable category strategies based on spend analysis, supplier insights, and business priorities
Identify and deliver measurable cost savings, cost avoidance, and value optimization opportunities across the software portfolio
Contribute to the development of new tools, processes, and approaches that support global expansion and operational scale
Develop an understanding of the legal framework for contract execution and supplier risk management
Lead and grow the team with career planning, mentorship, and professional development at the forefront