Manage the procurement process by evaluating purchase orders, analyzing data, improving strategies, and collaborating across teams to enhance efficiency.
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Spreetail is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager (Approvals) to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping our purchasing strategy. In this critical position, you will be the subject matter expert for our Purchase Order (PO) approval process, ensuring every order aligns with our financial goals and business objectives. You will leverage your analytical skills to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement across our procurement operations.
How you will achieve success:
- Drive Purchasing Excellence: Evaluate and approve a high volume of purchase orders for both domestic and international vendors, serving as the key decision-maker on complex and high-value orders.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze historical and forward-looking data using tools like Power BI and Excel to assess risk, enhance profit margins, and optimize inventory levels.
- Strategic Process Improvement: Proactively identify trends and inefficiencies in buying behaviors. Collaborate with Merchandising, Planning, and Finance teams to address root causes and implement lasting solutions.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a central point of contact between key departments, ensuring a seamless and efficient PO submission and approval process.
- Champion Best Practices: Develop and maintain robust documentation and play a key role in evolving our operational playbook. You will onboard and coach new team members and provide expert guidance on workflow optimization.
- Impactful Reporting: Generate and analyze reports on PO approval trends, Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance, and identified risks to inform strategic business decisions.
What experiences will help you in this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in procurement, process operations, or approvals - understanding the full PO lifecycle from creation to payment.
- 2–4 years of experience leading or supporting process improvements across a large, cross-functional organization.
- 1–2 years of experience working with or presenting to senior leaders, including in high-stakes or conflict-resolution settings.
- Strong data fluency - can interpret complex datasets and translate them into actionable decisions (Excel, Power BI experience preferred).
- A practical, business-first mindset - focused on outcomes like margin, risk reduction, and inventory efficiency.
In an effort to Make Spreetail Better, we hire people that are aligned with our values and are passionate about pursuing ecommerce excellence. We believe the right person can learn what is needed to succeed in their role, so we encourage job applicants to apply even if you don't meet all the qualifications listed. We are looking for diverse backgrounds and perspectives, so we don’t require college degrees and welcome non-linear career paths. If this role highlights your experience and gets you excited – please apply!
What you can expect from us:
• We provide the flexibility to take care of yourself. Spreetail operates in a work culture that promotes results and encourages taking time off when needed. In addition to a generous vacation policy, we also offer paid time-off for your wedding week, paid parental leave and support for parents of growing families.
• We celebrate accomplishments. Each year at Spreetail is a milestone with the opportunity to receive special gifts, swag store credit, or donations to a nonprofit of your choice. We also recognize people pursuing impacts with Spreetail Spotlight Awards.
• We care about your Health & Wellness. Spreetail works hard to enhance the employee experience through benefit programs and perks that provide meaningful support. We offer affordable medical, dental and vision plans with coast-to-coast coverage. We also provide free telehealth and on-demand mental health resources. Learn more about our benefits & perks package.
• We create the opportunity to revolutionize your community. We encourage Spreetailers to give back and make a social impact, and we offer paid time off to do it.
Spreetail is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Spreetail is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].
To qualify for Work Your Way, eligible applicants must reside in one of the following states:
Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, or Wyoming.
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