Procurement Manager

Birdeye; Gurugram District; Remote; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Birdeye is seeking a Procurement Manager to optimize the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for a global SaaS organization. You will source, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships across software, IT, infrastructure, and professional services, spanning multiple geographic regions with varying regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has deep SaaS procurement knowledge, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and experience supporting global teams in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or vendor management.
• At least 3 years in a SaaS, cloud, or technology-based environment.
• Proven track record in software and IT contract negotiation, including enterprise agreements and SaaS renewals.
• Experience with procurement automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global procurement strategies aligned with business and financial objectives.
• Manage sourcing, vendor evaluation, and contract negotiation for SaaS, IT, and operational service providers.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Security, and Compliance teams to ensure contract adherence and risk mitigation.
• Maintain vendor performance scorecards and lead quarterly business reviews with key suppliers.
• Implement procurement best practices and cost optimization strategies across regions.
• Oversee the procurement of software licenses, renewals, and enterprise subscription management.
• Support globally in identifying approved vendors, negotiating pricing, and ensuring policy compliance.
• Assist head of procurement to drive procurement automation and scalable tools.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with data privacy, export control, and regional procurement regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to forecast procurement needs and budget impacts.
• Maintain list of vendors with renewal timelines and adoption details.

Skills

SaaS procurement

Vendor negotiations

Contract management

Global procurement

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree or MBA preferred

CPSM / CIPS / CSCP or similar certification

IT Procurement or Contract Management certification a plus

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Description:

Birdeye builds AI coworkers for multi-location brands. Jay for marketing, Myna for operations, and Robin for customer experience orchestrate AI agents to win AI visibility, book appointments, and drive consistent CX at every location. They run on BirdAI, the Agent OS built on 13 years of multi-location data infrastructure and 3,000+ integrations. BirdAI consolidates every signal, reasons with industry, brand and location context, and acts autonomously or with a human in the loop. Birdeye is trusted by the world's largest multi-location brands across healthcare, dental, restaurants, financial services, auto, retail, and property management. G2 ranks Birdeye #1 in Enterprise Multi-Location Marketing Platforms and named it to the 2026 Best Agentic AI Products list. Learn more at birdeye.com.

Job Summary

The Procurement Manager will assist head of procurement and optimize the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for a global SaaS organization. This role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendor relationships across software, IT, infrastructure, and professional services categories. The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of SaaS and cloud- based procurement, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and experience supporting multiple geographic regions with differing regulatory and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global procurement strategies aligned with business and financial o0bjectives.
• Manage sourcing, vendor evaluation, and contract negotiation for SaaS, IT, and operational service providers.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Security, and Compliance teams to ensure contract adherence and risk mitigation.
• Maintain vendor performance scorecards and help head of procurement for leading quarterly business reviews with key suppliers.
• Implement procurement best practices and cost optimization strategies across regions.
• Oversee the procurement of software licenses, renewals, and enterprise subscription management.
• Support global teams in identifying approved vendors, negotiating pricing, and ensuring policy compliance.
• Assist head of procurement to drive procurement automation and implement scalable tools.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with data privacy, export control, and regional procurement regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to forecast procurement needs and budget impacts.
• Maintain list of vendors with renewal timelines along with adoption related details.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred

Certifications (preferred But Not Required)

• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) - Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) certification
• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) - APICS
• IT Procurement or Contract Management certification a plus

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or vendor management.
• At least 3 years in a SaaS, cloud, or technology-based environment.
• Demonstrated success managing procurement activities across multiple global regions.
• Proven track record in software and IT contract negotiation, including enterprise agreements and SaaS renewals.
• Experience with procurement automation tools.

Skills And Competencies

• Strong understanding of SaaS licensing models, pricing structures, and vendor landscapes.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and financial acumen.
• Proficient in contract drafting, review, and compliance management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional, and remote environment.
• Familiarity with data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.) and global procurement compliance standards.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, or other data visualization and analytics tools preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cost savings and value creation from negotiated contracts.
• Procurement cycle time and process efficiency.
• Vendor performance and SLA adherence.
• Compliance with procurement policies and audit readiness.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and adoption of procurement best practices.

Why You'll Join Us

At Birdeye, we are relentless innovators driven by a singular goal: to lead our category with unparalleled excellence. We don't just set goals - we surpass them. We're a team of doers who roll up our sleeves and get the job done, delivering on our promises with unwavering dedication. Working here means embracing a culture of action and accountability, where every person is empowered to make an impact. We don't just talk about making a difference - we make it happen.