Technical Project Manager (Contract Position)

Description

Company Overview 

At Procure Analytics (PA), we are passionate about driving continuous value by utilizing cutting-edge technology and implementing customized solutions in various categories to service our 1275+ member companies. 

Headquartered in Atlanta, PA was founded to address the complex challenges of frequently ignored indirect and tail spend categories of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO), Packaging, and Freight. PA combines $2.5b+ of purchasing leverage and supplier relationships, together with dedicated advisors, proprietary analytics, and artificial intelligence, to drive ongoing value and supply chain resiliency for our members. PA's analytical and reporting tools offer the insight needed to optimize MRO, Packaging, and Freight – all at no cost to members. 

In the last decade, PA has grown from 2 employees and $5 million in total managed spend to over 100 employees and more than $2.5 billion dollars in spend, while maintaining its high-touch service model and member-focus. 

PA has a very collaborative, humble, and values-driven culture that upholds these guiding principles: 

• Act with integrity and in compliance 

• Drive value creation 

• Be disciplined entrepreneurs 

• Be innovative 

• Be accountable 

• Treat others with dignity and respect 

Strong Private Equity Ownership 

In December 2021, Genstar Capital invested in PA, along with a large rollover from Bregal Sagemount and the management team. Genstar Capital is a leading private equity firm that has been actively investing in high-quality companies for over 30 years. Based in San Francisco, Genstar has developed a strong market reputation of working in partnership with management teams and its network of strategic advisors to build industry-leading businesses while generating outsized returns. Genstar's vision is to help build lasting, impactful companies that will continue to succeed well beyond their ownership. 

Genstar currently has approximately $33 billion of assets under management and targets investments focused on targeted segments of the software, industrials, healthcare, and financial services industries. For more information, please visit www.gencap.com. 

Position Type: 6-Month Contract 

Reports To: Chief of Staff 

The Technical Project Manager is responsible for leading complex technology initiatives, digital transformation projects, and cross-functional strategic initiatives across PA's platform, infrastructure, and AI/analytics capabilities. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, this role bridges the gap between technical teams and business leadership, ensuring successful delivery of mission-critical projects that drive member value and competitive advantage. This contract position provides strategic project oversight and execution support during a critical growth and transformation period. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Partners with the Chief of Staff to identify, prioritize, and oversee strategic technical and cross-functional initiatives critical to company growth and transformation 
• Leads planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical projects from conception through production, managing scope, timeline, budget, and resource allocation across multiple workstreams 
• Translates strategic business objectives into detailed technical project plans and execution roadmaps; serves as primary liaison between engineering teams, technology leadership, and the executive office 
• Manages cross-functional relationships with engineering, product, operations, business, and stakeholders to align priorities, dependencies, and success metrics 
• Provides executive visibility through regular project reviews, status updates, and strategic recommendations; identifies process improvements and organizational blockers 
• Identifies and escalates project risks, dependencies, and impediments to executive leadership; implements mitigation strategies and drives resolution 
• Ensures adherence to technical standards, security protocols, and governance frameworks across all project phases; coordinates compliance validation 
• Evaluates emerging technologies, AI implementations, and platform enhancements for strategic fit and business impact; manages related pilots and proof-of-concepts 
• Orchestrates security and compliance integration throughout project lifecycle; ensures cyber risk assessments and best practices are embedded in project execution 
• Manages multiple concurrent strategic initiatives; continuously reprioritizes work based on executive directives and shifting business needs 
• Other duties as assigned 

Requirements

 Education & Certifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field is required 
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or equivalent certification preferred 
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Technology Management, etc.) is a plus 

Experience: 

• 6+ years of project management experience in technical environments, software development, infrastructure, or engineering is required 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with executive leadership and manage strategic initiatives at the organizational level 
• Experience with agile, waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies; ability to adapt approach based on initiative complexity 
• Demonstrated success managing technology implementations, migrations, platform launches, or digital transformation programs 
• Experience managing multiple concurrent strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment 
• Experience with AI projects, data science initiatives, or analytics platform implementations  
• Understanding of AI governance frameworks, responsible AI, and related compliance/policy considerations  
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and security-by-design implementation  
• Prior experience as a technical project manager, program manager, or technical consultant is strongly preferred 

Core Competencies: 

• Exceptional technical acumen: ability to understand architecture, system design, technical constraints, and engineering tradeoffs; credibility with engineering teams 
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex technical and strategic concepts to executives and translate business strategy to engineering teams 
• Exceptional presentation and executive communication skills; comfortable presenting and making recommendations to senior leadership and diverse stakeholder groups 
• Strategic thinking and business acumen combined with meticulous attention to operational execution and detail 
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex, concurrent initiatives simultaneously and effectively prioritize competing executive directives 
• Exceptional active listening, collaborative problem-solving, and diplomatic skills; comfort navigating organizational complexity and competing interests 
• Ability to build trust and credibility across all organizational levels 
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tool proficiency (Jira, Monday.com, Asana, or similar) 
• Self-directed and able to work independently with minimal guidance in a contract/interim capacity 
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies, governance frameworks, and industry best practices 

Personal Attributes: 

• Results-oriented with a bias toward execution and delivery 
• Self-directed and capable of working independently with minimal oversight 
• Intellectually curious and passionate about technology and innovation 
• Collaborative, humble, and values integrity and accountability 
• Growth mindset; ability to mentor others and contribute to organizational development