Procurement Manager

We challenge the status quo because we know a better supply chainisn’tjust possible—it’sessential. Better for our customers. Better for their business. Better for the world.

With our Decision Intelligence Platform, Movement , we’reredefining how global supply chainsoperate. By transforming fragmentedlogisticsdata into real-time, AI-powered insights, we empower companies to connect instantly, see clearly, act decisively, and automate intelligently. Our Supply Chain AI enhances visibility, drives smarter execution, and unlocks next-gen applications that keep businesses moving forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with a 2nd HQ in Bengaluru, India we are powered by a diverse global team that is tackling the toughestlogisticschallenges with innovation, urgency, and purpose.

Ifyou’redriven to solve meaningful problems, leverage AI to scale rapidly, drive impact daily, and be part of a high-performance team – we should talk.

Job Title:

Procurement Manager

Job Summary:

This position will develop and manage tailored sourcing strategies along key verticals, categories, or vendors by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive cost savings, improve business processes, and reduce risk across project44 globally. This position will also manage the contract requisition process across project44, and ensure vendor contact data is uploaded& storedaccurately in project44’s contract management system.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Manage the supplier sourcing across the supply base, including scope development, the RFP process and supplier selection evaluations.
• Assess supplier capabilities to meet product, cost, quality,capacityand fulfillment
• Track and report key metrics around vendor data, cost reduction, & spend management
• Collaborate with suppliers, functional business owners, and the Legal/Infosec/Privacy teams tocontractualizethe commercial relationship
• Oversee the contract management system & ensure visibility into key agreements and categories
• Administer contract requests through various review & approval steps within project44’s Procurement system
• Where applicable, perform risk management for key suppliers and agreements
• Interface with internal teams to investigate alternative tools & improve cost competitiveness or supply constraints
• Research external market information and companies toidentifypotential sources and suppliers
• Drive supplierselectionthrough robust qualification and evaluation processes
• Work with business stakeholders and vendors to develop cost models and financial analysis to support vendor selection activities
• Leverage spend & contract data to compile dashboards and actionable insights for leadership or key stakeholders
• Coordinate escalation path between project44 and Supplier to ensure ongoing performance & relationship management
• Where possible, support the business by performing cost build-ups, market analysis, or historical spend analysis
• Support management of Travel & Expense platforms, analytics, and strategy

WhatYou’llNeed:

• Strong analytical, communication and writing skills, particularly with suppliers & company leadership
• Highly organized with an attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills withtrack recordto meet deliverables and project deadlines
• Experience across ERP/CLM systems
• Strong negotiations and influential skills
• Customer-service minded with a focus on process improvement
• Passionate about creating,maintainingand enforcing global policies
• Self-starter with ability to work independently while understanding the importance of elevating questions/concerns promptly
• Ability to work with others to develop effective internal relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to innovate and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Competency in Microsoft Office with high ability in Excel and PowerPoint

In-office Commitment

This position requires a commitment to contribute to our collaborative culture by working in-office five days weekly.

Diversity & Inclusion:

At project44,we’redesigning the future of how the world moves and is connected through trade and global supply chains. As we work to deliver a truly world-class product and experience, we are also intentionally building teams that reflect the unique communities we serve.We’refocused on creating a company where all team members can bring their authenticselvesto work every day.

We’rebuilding a company that every one of us at project44 is proud to work for, and our journey of becoming a more diverse,equitableand inclusive organization, where all have a sense of belonging, is shaped through the actions of our leadership, globalteamsand individual team members.We areresolute in our belief that each team member has an equal responsibility to mold and uphold our culture.

project44 is an equal opportunity employerseekingto enrich our work environment by creating opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to thrive. If you share our values and our passion for helping the way the world moves,we’dlove to review your application!

For any accommodation needed during the hiring process, please email [email protected] . Even if youdon’tmeet 100% of the above jobdescriptionyou should still seriously consider applying. Studies show that you can still be considered for a role if you meet just 50% of therole’srequirements.

More about project44:

Since 2014, project44 has been transforming the way one of the largest, most important global industries does business. As transportation andlogisticscontinue to evolve and customer expectations around delivery become more demanding, industry technology must rise to the occasion. In just a few short years, we have created a digital infrastructurethateliminatesthe inefficiencies caused by dated technology and manual processes. Our Advanced Visibility Platform is used by the world’s leading brands to track shipments, collaborate with supply chain partners, drive operational efficiencies, and create outstanding customer experiences.