<div>LightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.</div><div>If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility.</div><div><br /></div><div><span>The Senior Manager, Purchasing at LightEdge will lead the strategic direction and optimization of the company’s procurement function, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and scalable acquisition of goods and services across all departments. This role builds upon foundational purchasing responsibilities by incorporating strategic planning, process innovation, and enterprise-level vendor relationship management. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in transforming purchasing operations, negotiating enterprise vendor agreements, and aligning procurement goals with broader business objectives. This role will also play a key leadership position in long-term planning, risk management, and supporting enterprise growth initiatives</span></div><h3>Responsibilities: </h3><ul><li><b>Procurement Leadership</b>: Manage and continuously improve the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, with a focus on scalability, compliance, and alignment with organizational strategy.</li><li><b>Vendor Relationship Management</b>: Serve as the liaison for key vendors, leading contract negotiations, vendor scorecard development, and quarterly business reviewsto drive performance and innovation.</li><li><b>Strategic Sourcing &amp; Cost Optimization</b>: Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across business units, identifying and executing opportunities for long-term cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier consolidation.</li><li><b>Inventory &amp; Supply Chain Strategy</b>: Oversee inventory control and logistics, with a focus on forecasting, capacity planning, and supply chain resiliency.</li><li><b>Financial Stewardship</b>: Partner with Finance to manage budgets, perform total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses, and implement spend analytics dashboards that inform strategic decisions.</li><li><b>Process Transformation</b>: Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implement best-in-class procurement technologies, and foster a culture of operational excellence through data-driven decision-making.</li><li><b>Policy Development &amp; Compliance</b>: Establish and enforce procurement policies and procedures that ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate risk, and promote ethical sourcing.</li><li><b>Cross-Functional Influence</b>: Partner with executive stakeholders across departments—including IT, HR, Operations, Sales, and Legal—to proactively address business needs and support cross-functional projects.</li><li><b>Team Leadership &amp; Development</b>: Manage and mentor purchasing team members, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and results.</li><li><b>Executive Reporting</b>: Deliver strategic reports and presentations to senior leadership, highlighting key procurement KPIs, vendor performance metrics, and operational impact.</li></ul><h3>Experience:</h3><ul><li><b>Education</b>: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, PMP) strongly preferred.</li><li><b>Experience</b>: Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.</li><li><b>Strategic Thinking</b>: Demonstrated ability to align procurement strategies with overall business goals, with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and growth.</li><li><b>Analytical Proficiency</b>: Strong data analytics skills and familiarity with BI tools, procurement KPIs, and supplier risk analysis frameworks.</li><li><b>Technology Expertise</b>: Experience implementing and optimizing enterprise procurement platforms; deep knowledge of Coupa or similar spend management systems is essential.</li><li><b>Vendor &amp; Contract Negotiation</b>: Proven ability to manage complex negotiations, supplier onboarding, and long-term vendor partnerships.</li><li><b>Leadership &amp; Collaboration</b>: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative and proactive leadership style.</li><li>Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.</li></ul><div>With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.</div>