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Since being founded in 2001, BlackLine has become a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enable greater operational effectiveness and agility, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance.
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Make Your Mark:
Are you ready to embark on a challenging yet rewarding journey in the realm of procurement operations? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to join our team as a Procurement Operations Specialist. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in managing procurement processes, supporting our travel and entertainment space and engaging in negotiations for our Marketing department.
This role offers not only the chance to contribute significantly to our procurement operations but also the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally. If you are ready to work hard, persevere in a dynamic environment and bring your innovative thinking to the procurement operations team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
You'll Get To:

1. Procurement Operations

Be at the forefront of managing end-to-end procurement processes. From working with the business on setting up Purchase Orders to identifying synergy opportunities, you will have the opportunity to cultivate with both internal and external stakeholders. Your role involves utilizing a P2P system efficiently, ensuring a seamless and transparent procurement workflow.

1. Travel and Entertainment Management

Take charge of our travel and entertainment space by implementing effective cost-savings strategies and systems. Evaluate and manage our current T&E program and identify room for improvement.

1. Marketing Procurement/Strategic Sourcing

Collaborate closely with the Marketing team to understand their unique requirements and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers. Your ability to navigate the complexities of marketing procurement will be crucial in securing optimal deals that align with both budgetary and quality expectations.

1. Process Improvement

Be a forward thinker, identifying areas for process improvement. Analyze existing workflows, propose innovative solutions, and implement changes that enhance efficiency. This role provides a platform for you to contribute to the evolution of our procurement strategies.

1. Data Analysis and Reporting

Utilize data-driven insights to evaluate procurement performance, track key metrics, and generate comprehensive reports. Your analytical skills will be valuable in assessing the effectiveness of procurement strategies, providing valuable info for strategic decision making.
What You'll Bring:
Years of Experience in Related Field: 2+
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Technical/Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Resourceful, with superb attention to detail and the ability to execute with little supervision
• Familiarity with Purchase Orders and procure-to-pay systems
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain vendor relationships
• Experience designing and communicating clear processes, with a focus on problem solving and process improvement
• Proven experience in travel and entertainment operations and management
• Ability to manage multiple projects to ensure on-time delivery
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and exhibit flexibility within changing business needs

We're Even More Excited If You Have:

• Experience with Coupa, Concur, Amex Global Business and Smartsheets
• Ability to take word problems and explain to Budget Owners

Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining:

• A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future. Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation!
• A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives.
• A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth and learning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity.

BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws.
BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself has shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 2 days a week.
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Salary Range:
USD $104,000.00 - USD $140,000.00
Pay Transparency Statement:
Placement within this range depends upon several factors, including the applicant's prior relevant job experience, skill set, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, BlackLine also offers short-term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans.