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About the Role

The Procurement Manager leads and develops a team of Procurement Specialists, driving operational discipline and data integrity. This player/coach role requires allocating approximately 70% of time to managing the procurement lifecycle and 30% to people leadership and operational governance, ensuring excellent client experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Procurement support for all of Ahead
• Validate order accuracy through Salesforce using customer and vendor quotes
• Accurately order equipment from vendors using various portals and tools
• Troubleshoot orders placed via API and with vendors
• Ensure team members follow up on order confirmations and move opportunities to Vendor Accepted promptly
• Support AHEAD and Vendor/OEM EOM/EOQ/EOY activities, including facilitating late and/or complex orders
• Support Operational Close for AHEAD Month/Quarter/Year ends
• Handle or escalate internal and external customer satisfaction issues
• Provide input on hiring, participate in onboarding, and train new Procurement hires
• Identify areas for improvement and best practices for the Procurement function
• Participate in maintaining detailed documentation of all Procurement processes
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2-5 years of people management experience
• 5+ years IT purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in the VAR/Distribution space

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Salesforce and/or Netsuite preferred
• Proven people leadership and coaching capability
• Deep understanding of quote-to-cash lifecycle and booking compliance
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, sales-centric environments

Location

• USA

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2-5 years people management
• 5+ years IT purchasing/procurement

Education Level

• HS Diploma minimum
• AA or above preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $65,000 - $80,000 a year (OTE)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid company holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave

About the Company

• AHEAD builds platforms for digital business by integrating cloud infrastructure, automation, analytics, and software delivery to help enterprises achieve digital transformation.
• AHEAD prioritizes a culture of belonging where all perspectives are valued, respected, and heard, empowering employees to drive change.
• AHEAD fuels growth through advanced technologies, cross-departmental training, and sponsored certifications.

Equal Opportunity

• AHEAD is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.
• AHEAD embraces candidates who contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.