Head of Procurement

Refer talent and get an increased USD 2,000 referral bonus for a successful hire.Get to know usIdeals is a global B2B SaaS product company recognized as the most highly rated and customer-centric brand in the secure business collaboration market. Trusted by over 2,000,000 users from 175,000 companies globally, we are on a mission to create more prosperity in the world by accelerating high-stakes business decisions. We achieve this by delivering extremely intuitive and robust software products that help people make impactful decisions with less stress, higher quality, and shorter hours. Our key products include:Ideals Virtual Data Room (VDR): A secure, cloud-based platform for sharing confidential documents during due diligence, fundraising, M&A, legal transactions, and other business-critical workflows.Ideals Board: A platform for boards and executive teams to streamline governance and enhance decision-making in a fast, secure, and compliant way.The roleWe're looking for a seasoned Head of Procurement to lead our end-to-end procurement function. This critical and high-impact role is responsible for securing high-quality goods and services while optimizing costs and ensuring our procurement strategies are fully aligned with the company's growth and financial objectives.You will be expected to keep clear, transparent, and compliant procurement processes, lead strategic sourcing across all major categories (including SaaS, Marketing, and HR), and champion the adoption of digital procurement technologies (including AI use cases) to minimize manual work and maximize efficiency.You will lead a team of 4 (Purchasing Specialists and Sourcers), report to the VP of Operations - Anton Maslov, and work directly with the CEO and the executive team.What you will doLead strategic procurement planning, focusing on cost savings, vendor optimization, and process improvementsManage and mentor a procurement team, monitoring key performance indicators, and drive a high-performance cultureOversee the full vendor lifecycle, including selection, performance management, negotiation, and risk governanceManage procurement budgets, monitor spending, track savings, and liaise with Finance for accurate forecastingSpearhead high-value contract negotiations and ensure all contracts comply with legal and operational standardsEstablish risk mitigation strategies and ensure all procurement activities adhere to relevant regulationsDrive cross-functional alignment with departments like Finance and Legal to ensure procurement effectively supports broader business goalsDevelop existing and implement new procurement technologies and tools to drive efficiency and outcomes (cost savings, cycle time, etc.)What you bringProficiency in English, at least at B2 level3+ years as a Head of Procurement with a previous background of 5+ years in procurementAbility to develop and execute long-term strategic plans that align procurement with the company's financial and growth goalsProven track record of building, managing, and mentoring a team, along with driving cross-functional alignment with stakeholdersHigh proficiency with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., NetSuite, Coupa) and modern procurement orchestration platformsExpert in spend analysis, TCO modeling, and developing category strategies across SaaS, HR, and MarketingExpertise in SaaS optimization, data analysis, and awareness of AI/RPA tools for procurement use casesExceptional skills in contract negotiations (MSAs, SOWs), due diligence, and supplier performance evaluation.Proven ability in P2P process design, contract lifecycle management, and managing SLAs/KPIsExperience with internal controls, SOX/GDPR/SOC 2 compliance, and implementing third-party risk frameworksNice to haveProfessional certificates (CIPS)Experience with implementing procurement platformsWhat we offerWe highly value our people, so we will empower you with all the resources and support to help you reach your full potential.For your best workRemote-first flexibility to shape your ideal workdayHome workplace budget Resilient home budget for Ukraine-based teammatesResilient office in Kyiv & co-working expense coverageIndividual IT budget for extra equipmentTop-tier tech and AI-powered toolsFor your growthAccess to Ideals Academy with numerous coursesInvestment in external learning and development activitiesGuidance in Personal Development Plan creationProfessional literature and subscriptions coverageSupport of your passion as a speaker or writerInternal talent mobility opportunitiesFor your well-beingTailored Wellness Package for your physical and mental healthFull coverage of mental health sessions for Ukrainian teammatesFunding for sports competitions20 business days of paid time off per yearUnlimited health-related time-offExtra perksTeam-building offline and online eventsBudget for meetups with your local teamGenerous internal referral programOur cultureCommitment, Excellence, Collaboration, Trust and Care are core values to the Ideals team. For us, these are the principles that every Idealer lives and breathes. We are on the lookout for like-minded individuals who share our values. By doing so, we create a team where talents feel at ease and work to the best of their abilities.Discover more.Ideals is an equal opportunity employerIdeals is made up of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lifestyles. We embrace diversity and invite applications from people from all walks of life. We don’t discriminate against employees or applicants based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, or citizenship.