General Procurement Manager

Description:

Role Overview
The Generalist Procurement Manager will lead and manage procurement activities across multiple indirect and direct spend categories for a private equity-backed business or portfolio. The role focuses on building and professionalizing procurement capability, delivering cost efficiencies, managing supplier relationships, and supporting post-deal value creation and transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in private equity environments, demonstrating agility, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work within fast-paced, change-driven settings.


Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute procurement strategies across all categories with particular focus on Technology and Professional Services
Lead supplier sourcing, selection, due diligence, and onboarding processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance standards
Establish and optimize procurement processes, policies, and procedures, integrating with ERP and P2P systems
Negotiate contracts and commercial terms to deliver cost savings and value for money
Manage and consolidate vendor relationships, including performance monitoring, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and spend analysis to identify opportunities for efficiency and innovation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, operations) and act as a trusted procurement partner to internal stakeholders
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, sustainability, and ethical sourcing standards
Prepare and present regular reports on procurement performance, savings, and supplier risk.

Requirements:

Proven experience in a procurement management role, ideally in a private equity, investment, or high-growth environment
Strong track record in supplier negotiation, contract management, and delivering cost efficiencies
Experience establishing or professionalizing procurement functions, including process and policy development
Analytical mindset with the ability to conduct spend analysis, market research, and benchmarking
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Hands-on, pragmatic, and adaptable approach, comfortable with ambiguity and fast-paced change
Familiarity with procurement technology and ERP systems (e.g., Netsuite and G-Suite is advantageous)

Desirable Attributes
Experience supporting post-deal integration, carve-outs, or operational transformation in PE-backed businesses
Exposure to a variety of spend categories and supplier markets.
Passion for building scalable procurement functions and driving continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for a procurement professional seeking to make a tangible impact within a dynamic, private equity-backed environment, combining strategic vision with operational delivery.