Procurement Manager

One; Folsom (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insuretech space is seeking a Procurement & Real-Estate Manager. The role is focused on navigating procurement processes, vendor negotiations, and managing real estate transactions to enhance operational efficiency. This position emphasizes strategic leadership in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Stock options

Work/life balance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, and supplier/supply chain management.
• Experience managing real estate lease transactions and facilities.
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to align interests.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic procurement efforts to support company operations.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligning with company goals.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance metrics, and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Location: Remote - Anywhere in US - Remote, CA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary

Travel Percentage: Up to 15%

Description

Overview: As the payment leader within the insuretech space, One Inc provides its customers a full suite of inbound and outbound payment solutions. The Procurement & Real-Estate Manager will be responsible for leading the procurement & sourcing function for a US based company with employees in the US, Mexico, and India. This role is also responsible for the management of real estate lease transactions, facilities, and related project management for US locations The individual in this role will have frequent contact with senior management within the company and suppliers providing goods and services to the company. The person in this role will develop policies, sourcing strategies, objectives, and procedures for the operation of procurement activities as well as for maintaining the real-estate portfolio. This role will take the lead when negotiating all major vendor and real-estate contracts in collaboration with senior level management of the company.

The ideal candidate for this role should have a good understanding of business functions, effective communication skills, good interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and good organizational skills. The successful Procurement & Real-Estate Manager will develop policies, sourcing strategies, objectives, and procedures for the operation of procurement activities as well as for maintaining the real-estate portfolio. This role will take the lead when negotiating all major vendor and real-estate contracts in collaboration with senior level management of the company.

Key Accountabilities:

Lead strategic procurement/real-estate effort to support company operations and needs.

Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's goals, objectives, and targeted savings. Analyze procurement needs, identify potential suppliers, evaluate supplier capabilities, and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

Manage the procurement process, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management. Develop and implement standard processes for RFPs, RFIs and contracting. Monitor the quality, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness of the procurement process and make recommendations for process improvements as needed. Build, modify, renew, and terminate contracts as required and in collaboration with the Legal Department.

Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable and cost-effective supply of goods and services. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure that they understand the company's requirements and expectations, and work with them to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Monitor supplier performance and take corrective action when necessary. Establish appropriate performance metrics and scorecards to measure procurement efficiency and manage the assets of the organization. Work with suppliers to develop corrective action plans to address any performance issues. Maintain and inventory of all contracts to identify redundancy and overlapping spend.

Build effective relationships with internal business leaders and external vendors.

Responsible for the management of real estate lease transactions, facilities, and related projects.

Partner with building managers in Knoxville, TN and Folsom, CA, to ensure that they comply with relevant laws and regulations, including safety and environmental regulations and have appropriate emergency response plans for building evacuations, in the event of fire, natural disasters and other possible events.

Develop and manage the facilities budget.

Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to ensure that all work is completed to the company's standards and within budget.

Skills & Abilities:

Prior experience working with and influencing senior leadership of an organization.

Ability to work and collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Strong leadership skills with proven ability to align interests between function and the Business.

Excellent communication skills/poised and confident to interact with various levels of internal stakeholders, peers, and leadership.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Initiative-taking nature.

Highly organized.

Thrives in an extremely fast paced, growth environment.

Comfortable making decisions with imperfect information and no precedent.

Enjoys the challenge of partnering with the Managers and leaders to create new and innovative processes and solutions.

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including Excel; Should be proficient in excel and PPTs.

Consultative approach towards clients with proven ability to influence others and build strong relationships.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related field preferred

7+ Years of experience in procurement, purchasing and supplier/supply chain management with solid understanding of industry best practices.

Experience selecting and/or implementing new Procurement/Sourcing applications is a plus.

Experience negotiating with IT and/or Software Vendors.

Proven ability to lead and implement procurement strategy across the organization.

Experience managing real estate lease transactions, facilities, and projects.

Familiarity with OSHA, ADA, and other fire and life safety codes.

Go Getter, Positive Attitude, Growth Mindset, Problem Solver, Self-starter, Demonstrates Ethical Behavior, Strong Drive, Collaborator, Supportive & Adaptable to Change, Exudes a commitment to Personal & Professional Development

Physical Demands:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Standard indoor office setting; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:

Requires repetitive motion. Substantial movements/motions of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Sufficient mobility to work in an office setting; stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; operate office equipment including use of a computer keyboard, mouse, scanner, and other tools as needed.

Vision:

See in the normal vision range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents.

Hearing:

Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without corrections.

Company Profile: One Inc provides insurance companies a digital payments platform designed to maximize retention of the new generation of policyholders—while reducing security risks and minimizing payment processing costs. One Inc has become the fastest growing digital payments platform in the insurance industry, and now manages more than $2.5 billion a year in payments for customers. Our talented, ambitious, and innovative team of professionals work collectively to disrupt, pioneer, add value, to solve challenges for our customers and their insureds. One Inc is a high growth company revolutionizing the industry.

Based in Folsom, CA, One Inc offers a competitive salary, and benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, stock options, commitment to a solid work/life balance, and a policy of promoting from within whenever possible. This role is designated as fully remote position. Occasional travel to Folsom office may be necessary.

One Inc is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all EEOC legislation in each jurisdiction it operates in.

Qualifications

About the company

The Digital Payments Platform Built for Insurance. One Inc offers a single platform to handle insurance digital payments processing for premiums and claims payments, that is designed to integrate with modern and legacy core systems.

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