Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager Let’s be unstoppable together! At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana. Learn more at www.circana.com. What will you be doing? The Procurement Manager, technology and services leads the sourcing of goods and services on behalf of the organization within defined categories, policies, and approval thresholds. The role is responsible for developing and executing category strategies, driving measurable commercial value, managing supplier risk, and partnering closely with IT, Security, Finance, and Legal to support business objectives. This position requires strong commercial judgment, experience negotiating technology and services agreements, and the ability to operate independently while escalating material risk, financial, or contractual matters as appropriate. Job Responsibilities Execute end‑to‑end sourcing activities (RFQs, RFPs, renewals) for assigned spend categories in line with procurement policy and category strategies. Support supplier evaluation, commercial analysis, and negotiations within delegated authority. Prepare sourcing recommendations supported by data, rationale, and documented approvals. Act as the primary procurement contact for designated business stakeholders, providing guidance on process and governance. Support supplier performance management, including issue resolution and service reviews. Identify and flag supplier, financial, or operational risks with recommended mitigation actions. Ensure purchase orders, requisitions, and contracts are processed accurately and compliantly. Track and report savings, benefits, and sourcing outcomes in line with procurement standards. Maintain audit‑ready documentation and proactively surface policy exceptions or control gaps. Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and business partners to meet organizational needs.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience sourcing and negotiating SaaS, and professional services agreements. Strong understanding of software licensing models (subscription, usage‑based, multi‑year, enterprise agreements). Experience partnering with senior stakeholders in Technology, Finance, Legal, and Security. Solid commercial and analytical skills with the ability to structure recommendations. Clear, professional written and verbal communication. Ability to manage multiple sourcing activities with accuracy and discipline. Strong attention to detail and respect for governance and controls. Proficiency with contract lifecycle management and procurement tools; advanced Excel skills preferred. Working knowledge of sourcing processes, contracts, and supplier management fundamentals Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field. 3–6 years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, or a related commercial role. Exposure to supplier negotiations, sourcing events, and contract management. Experience supporting high-growth or transformation environments. Professional certification (CPSM, CIPS, CPP) is a plus. This role will be a key driver of value creation across Circana’s technology and services spend, supporting scalability, cost discipline, and vendor risk management. Circana Behaviors As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role: Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions. Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action. Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices. Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers. Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement. Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity. Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone. Location This position can be located in the following area(s): US Remote Prospective candidates may be asked to consent to background checks (in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice ) Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission. The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $90K to $110K. This job is also eligible for bonus pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. An offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice. Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission. You can apply for this role through the Circana careers website or Intranet site for internal candidates. This role is subject to AI-assisted screening. Circana uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assess resumes for alignment with job requirements by helping locate details in resumes that relate to the job description. This position is expected to remain open for approximately 30 days and may close earlier if sufficient qualified candidates are identified. #LI-GC1 Apply To This Job