The Senior Procurement Specialist will play an important role in aiding the procurement department as it expands and establishes a more developed process across all of Red Ventures. This person will help in day to day operations of the procurement team, including managing the contracting process throughout the contract lifecycle. This person will also lead  corporate-wide, spend related initiatives, coordinating across multiple teams.

What You'll Do

• Manage procurement processes and projects, ensuring adherence to organizational procurement strategies
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
• Negotiate contracts with increasing dollar values
• Mentor and help onboard new team members
• Assist in the development and implementation of the procurement strategy
• Contribute to the success of the team through collaboration, problem solving, and identifying and recommending cost savings opportunities and process improvements

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of procurement-related experience
• Proven negotiation skills; able to optimize pricing in enterprise contracts
• Strong analytical skills; able to use data to support recommendations 
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills; must be able to explain process and system functions in a simplistic fashion
• Willingness to help and teach others
• Good problem-solving / troubleshooting skills

Compensation

• Cash Compensation Range: $70,000 - $100,000* *Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience. 

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program

Who We Are

Founded in 2000, Red Ventures (RV) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships and proprietary technology – including Bankrate, Lonely Planet, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, RV helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Headquartered south of Charlotte, NC, Red Ventures employs thousands of people across the US and Puerto Rico, with international offices in the UK and Brazil. For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.

Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodation@redventures.com. 

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