Manager, Procurement

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We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Procurement Manager to oversee global Procurement functions and team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with the Workday Procurement Module (Supplier) module or another cloud-based ERP system. Global procurement experience is a must with at least 3 years management required. This position requires an individual who can influence and support stakeholders, work independently, manage a global team, and effectively leverage systems and the IT team to streamline processes.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to drive procurement initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Communicate purchasing policies effectively to vendors and internal stakeholders to increase compliance and utilization of Procurement Services.
• Partner with Accounting and Finance to support month-end close processes and improve expense accounting.
• Lead and mentor Procurement and Accounts Payable specialists and analysts, supporting their growth and development.
• Review team output for accuracy, compliance, and adherence to best practices; provide constructive feedback to enhance performance.
• Delegate responsibilities and manage team workloads to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and optimize efficiency.
• Oversee hiring needs, team coverage planning, and the creation of KPI reporting to track and improve team performance.
• Lead change management initiatives to support procurement process evolution and integration during company growth or expansion.
•  Serve as a key partner during global expansion efforts to onboard new entities and ensure smooth process adoption.
• Optimize Workday functionality to meet business needs; troubleshoot system issues and work with IT to implement updates.
• Support integrations between Workday, Salesforce, and supplier platforms to enhance procurement workflows.
• Ensure process documentation is regularly updated to reflect system or policy changes.
• Analyze current procurement workflows to identify improvement opportunities and remove barriers to adoption.
• Manage and maintain SOPs for procurement operations and proactively identify risks in purchasing and payment processes.

What You’ll Need:

• 10+  years’ experience Procurement with 3 or more years in a supervisory/managerial position
• Proven record of cross-functional communication and collaboration
• Understanding of accrual-based accounting and other pertinent accounting principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including moderate Excel (pivot tables, lookup formulas, etc.)
• Multi-currency procurement
• Professional communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to make sound decisions and take calculated risks
• Fluency in English, both spoke and written

And it’s Great to Have:

• B.S./B.A. in Accounting
• Workday Financials experience a plus
• Experience with software-as-a-service and/or technology industries
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or other formal process improvement training
• Mergers & Acquisitions experience
• Private equity background

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU: 

•             Purpose led company, committed to help changing people’s lives through technology, with a Values focused culture of Best Life, One Team, Growth Mindset

•             Days of Disconnect – once a quarter, we take a collective breather and enjoy a day off together around the globe. #oneteam

•             Health, dental and life insurance

•             Meal & home office allowance

•             App for monthly subscriptions to access gyms and studios.

•             Educational partnership with great discounts in colleges, English schools and others

•             Consigned loan paid directly through your payroll

•             EAP – we get you psychological, legal, and financial assistance when you need it. Period.

•             And more! – so many benefits we couldn’t even fit them all here!

We’re committed to diversity and passion, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick all the listed skillsets! 

ABC’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUALITY, BELONGING AND INCLUSION: 

ABC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our clients and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. ABC leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to diversity, equality, belonging and inclusion at abcfitness.com  

ABOUT EVO:

Since its foundation in 2008, Evo has been transforming the fitness industry, serving over 5.5 thousand gyms. Part of ABC Fitness, Evo is not just a software, it's a game-changer. Evo is the ultimate solution for gym owners who want to revolutionize their business in Brazil and Latin America. With its automation features, data analysis capabilities, customer experience and customization options, EVO is the key to success for gym owners who want to streamline their operations and take their business to the next level. At Evo, we believe in simplifying complex processes and empowering gym owners to make informed decisions. Evo is technology with soul. Join the revolution today and experience the power of Evo yourself!

ABOUT ABC: 

ABC Fitness (abcfitness.com) is the premier provider of software and related services for the fitness industry and has built a reputation for excellence in support for clubs and their members. ABC is the trusted provider to boost performance and create a total fitness experience for over 31 million members of clubs of all sizes whether a multi-location chain, franchise, or an independent gym. 

Founded in 1981, ABC helps over 31,000 gyms and health clubs globally perform better and more profitably offering a comprehensive SaaS club management solution that enables club operators to achieve optimal performance. ABC Fitness is a Thoma Bravo portfolio company, a private equity firm focused on investing in software and technology companies (thomabravo.com). 

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!