Procurement Specialist
Vena Solutions
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our team at Vena. This role is crucial in coordinating the procure-to-pay process, contract management, and managing negotiations. The ideal candidate will excel in fast and effective communication with both internal stakeholders and international vendors. The individual will work with IT, legal, security and finance professionals to ensure we are onboarding vendors successfully. This person must be a self-starter, be able to manage their time wisely and be driven for success.
- Department
- Finance
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- India - Resident (0008)
- Workplace type
- Onsite
- Reporting To
- Aaqil Kassamali
How You'll Make an Impact
- Process Optimization: Assist with streamlining procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Contract Negotiation: Work on agreements with a variety of vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing
- Strategic Sourcing: Identify and source software that aligns with the Vena's strategic objectives
- Vendor Management: Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors to ensure they meet the company's standards and requirements
- Execute day-to-day procurement activities, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders (POs), and invoice matching through our Intake to Pay system.
- Act as the primary point of contact for all procurement-related inquiries and take a proactive approach to stakeholder communications
- Updating and maintaining the centralized contract repository
We'd Love to See
- 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field, ideally in a startup or fast-growing company.
- Experience with an IT ticketing system
- Strong proven negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on cost-saving strategies.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
- Knowledge of SaaS subscriptions and their sales cycles
- The ability to create and review internal business cases
- Microsoft Suite proficiency
- Project Management skills
- Interest in AI and willingness to explore AI-driven solutions to enhance performance and drive efficiencies
About Vena Solutions
Headquartered in Toronto with a global reach, we help finance teams work smarter using the tools they already love (yes, we’re talking about Excel!). Trusted by over 1,800 organizations and 150,000+ users every day, Vena Solutions brings clarity to complexity.
We're a people led company that leads with our CORE values (Customer Trust, One Team, Respect & Authenticity and Execution Excellence) and are driven by our mission
Why Choose Us:
💰 Compensation
🎓 Personal Growth & Learning
🧘♀️ Health & Wellness
🌍 Global Reach
🌴 Time Off
🏡 Flexibility
✨ AI-Powered Innovation
We empower team members at every level to actively explore AI best practices, identify meaningful opportunities to apply AI in their work, and champion innovative solutions that drive impact.
By fostering a culture of curiosity, innovation, and responsible use, we’re building a future where AI enhances how we work, think, and lead. From automating workflows to enhancing insights, AI is woven into everything we do.
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Our Hiring Process
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Hiring Manager Interview
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