Description
Benchling is looking for a Head of Procurement to lead its procurement function.
The successful candidate will be a senior individual contributor reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, responsible for third-party spend in cloud infrastructure, enterprise SaaS, and professional services, as well as the travel and expense program.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading vendor negotiation and renewals for strategic agreements
- Developing category strategies for major spend areas
- Designing and implementing a third-party vendor risk program
- Leveraging experience to lead edge, best-in-class process and set direction
The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or vendor management, with negotiation expertise and a track record of delivering substantial savings.
In return, Benchling offers a competitive salary of $187,425 - $253,575, equity, and a comprehensive benefits program.
The work arrangement is hybrid, with employees expected to be on-site 3 days per week.