Aprio PH - Manager, Procurement

Position responsibilities:

• Responsible for the end-to-end Procure to Pay process for Aprio Holdings, LLC and Subsidiaries.
• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures that comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Ensure that all procurement activities are conducted in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Manage the procurement process from start to finish, including identifying potential vendors, soliciting bids, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
• Create the Firm’s a purchasing strategy, including researching & securing vendors.
• Negotiate Firm contracts to ensure advantageous terms.
• Monitor vendor performance and take appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers while continually searching for additional vendors.
• Managing the Firm’s procurement, accounts payable and travel & expense teams. 
• Provide training and guidance to staff on procurement policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce procurement costs and improve efficiency.
• Evaluate, track and report key performance indicators and metrics to reduce expenses and improve process effectiveness.
• Collaborate with key firm personnel to ensure needed supplies are purchased, received, and paid for timely. 
• Work closely with legal to ensure contracts and terms are favorable for the Firm.
• Ensure that all procurement activities are conducted in a timely and efficient manner.
• Manage the procurement budget and ensure that all procurement activities are within budget constraints.
• Work closely with the Accounting Manager – M&A Integration to ensure vendors for acquired firms are properly onboarded to the Firm’s procurement process. 
• Review M&A due diligence to identify opportunities to manage or reduce costs of acquired firms.
• Over-all in charge of the procurement team.  
• Oversee the procurement process of from requisition to procurement. 
• Work closely with Accounts Payable team related to vendor creation and management. 
• Ensures compliance with company’s procurement policy. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and department leaders to address concerns and implement process improvements to streamline operations. 
• Develop necessary policies and procedures related to procurement and collaborate with Manager, Expense Management 
• Develop and maintain SLA’s in processing purchases. 
• Support and provide guidance to the procurement team. And first point of contact for any procurement related issues or concerns. 
• Collaborate with Finance team (GL team and Expense Management Team) 
• Provide support to Director, Corporate Controller and Manager, Expense Management. 

Qualifications:

• Amenable to work night shift (8:00 PM to 5:00 AM PHT)
• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience procurement and accounting in leadership role. 
• Experience with large ERP systems is required. Workday system experience preferred. 
• Excellent organizational, time management, and leadership skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Proven process improvement mindset required 
• Must have prior experience working in the Shared Services/BPO Industry or an accounting firm  
• Proven track record as a procurement manager in supply chain operations.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques. 
• Ability to drive and execute change within an organization.
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Supply Chain, Logistics or Business Administration.
• Strong team management and leadership skills.
• Exceptional problem solving and negotiating skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.