Senior Procurement Analyst

The worldwide data management software market is massive (According to IDC, the worldwide database software market, which it refers to as the database management systems software market, was forecasted to be approximately $82 billion in 2023 growing to approximately $137 billion in 2027. This represents a 14% compound annual growth rate). At MongoDB we are transforming industries and empowering developers to build amazing apps that people use every day. We are the leading developer data platform and the first database provider to IPO in over 20 years. Join our team and be at the forefront of innovation and creativity.

MongoDB continues to grow incredibly fast. This is the perfect opportunity to have a positive impact at a hyper-growth company.

MongoDB is looking for a Senior Procurement Analyst to support our growing company's needs. This role requires a strategic thinker, but also someone who is prepared to “roll up their sleeves.” It also requires interaction across the organization, globally. The right candidate will be a builder with strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills. This position will be responsible for implementing and driving procurement strategies. This role is to be based in our New York City, Austin or Dublin office and will be reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager who is based in New York. By joining the MongoDB Procurement team you will be gaining an enormous amount of experience while accelerating your career. 

We are looking to speak to candidates who are based in New York City, Austin, and Dublin for our hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic contracting and negotiation globally
• Design and execute a category roadmap to address our growing business needs
• Exhibit a clear understanding of market trends, commercial models, and industry specific terminology
• Leverage internal and external data to enhance benchmarking and negotiation efforts
• Run quarterly business reviews to proactively assess upcoming business needs and or risks
• Advance MongoDBs operational excellence by uncovering efficiencies and leading strategic category initiatives
• Assist in the identification and forecasting of cost reduction opportunities
• Ensure that all deals under your purview have been executed on time and per the company purchasing policy and process
• Work closely with internal business partners on pre-renewal strategy, RFP distribution and post renewal analysis
• Provide valuable consultative support across a variety of business functions
• Educate various teams on the procurement process, best practices and policies

What does success look like? 

The Senior Procurement Analyst will be successful in this role when by executing the following strategic tasks/responsibilities:

• Lead impactful negotiations delivering more commercial value, favorable terms and cost savings
• Deliver superior and consistent project management skills for multi-country cross-functional team projects
• Develop a trusted advisor relationship with client contacts and internal stakeholders through effective communication and efficient, quality execution of projects
• Contribute to the development of new tools and approaches for global expansion
• Develop an understanding of the legal framework for contract execution
• Proactively address and plan project pipeline
• Improve, maintain and organize category specific documentation

About you?

• BA/BS; MBA/Masters is a plus
• 4-7 years of experience within an indirect procurement team
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations
• Strong organizational skills
• Legal contract experience
• Familiarity with business systems: Coupa, Salesforce, Graphite Connect 
• Highly articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Think creatively, are highly driven, and skilled at creating structure in situations that are uncertain or ambiguous within a rapidly growing business.
• Demonstrated the ability to roll up your sleeves and work with team members, driving projects through to completion 

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Last updated on Aug 21, 2024