Position: Procurement Manager
Department: Enterprise Project Management Office
Location: Topeka, KS - Onsite
Overview:
We are looking for a highly skilled individual to drive strategic vendor management and ensure the alignment of vendor solutions with business needs. This role is perfect for someone who excels in conducting thorough vendor evaluations, staying ahead of industry trends, and fostering strong cross-functional partnerships. You will play a key role in shaping procurement strategies, optimizing vendor relationships, and ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality solutions to support our business goals.
Responsibilities:
- Lead vendor needs analysis and explore optimal tools and solutions
- Oversee the Vendor Review Manager and facilitate detailed vendor evaluations
- Stay informed on industry trends and new products
- Identify and address gaps in the vendor map
- Score vendors and shape the future vision for vendor use
- Maintain documentation standards for analysis
- Collaborate with legal, tech, finance, compliance, and privacy
- Cultivate and maintain strong vendor relationships
Experience you'll bring:
- 5 years of professional work experience in procurement
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
- Strong organizational skills
- Self-starter with strong self-management skills
- Ability to work both individually and within a team
- Excellent communication skills
Bonus Points:
- 1-3 years of experience in financial services
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Certifications relate to Lean and/or Six Sigma
What you'll get:
- Amazing benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401k (with matching options)
- Generous PTO package from your start date
- Access to an on-site cafe, gym and primary care
- Continuous personal and professional development opportunities
- Recognition for hard work & exemplary performance
- Employee sponsored events...and more!
Who We Are:
Advisors Excel is a fast paced, innovative company that seeks to service independent financial advisors in a multitude of areas within their business. From operational functions to sales and marketing, our end goal is to help continually grow advisors' businesses nationwide. We thrive on watching them succeed. Not only does AE want to see the success of our advisors, but also our employees. We have high expectations from them to continually move our business forward. We are on the hunt for positive people who thrive on hard work and in a collaborative team environment. If this sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? We want you to join our team!
Advisors Excel is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Everyone is welcome here - as an inclusive workplace, our employees are always comfortable bringing their true selves to our offices daily.
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Advisors Excel
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Feb 28, 2025