Director of Procurement

Founded in 2006, Coretelligent is a provider of comprehensive managed IT solutions, specializing in areas like cybersecurity, private cloud services, IT planning and strategy, and backup and disaster recovery. We cater to industries such as financial services, life sciences, technology, and professional services. The company has been recognized for its achievements, including being named to Inc. magazine's Power Partner Awards and as AT&T Cybersecurity North American Partner of the Year for 2023. Coretelligent focuses on meeting regulatory requirements and ensuring clients' IT platforms are robust and compliant. We have a significant presence across various U.S. locations and offer co-managed IT solutions as well.

Job Overview

The Director of Procurement will lead Coretelligent's Procurement team and oversees the full lifecycle of purchasing, vendor management, and logistics operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that procurement processes run efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with business and client needs.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, process-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You'll guide a small, collaborative team while driving continuous improvement initiatives across systems, workflows, and vendor relationships. This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact by optimizing how Coretelligent procures technology, manages suppliers, and supports company-wide cost and performance goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Procurement Operations team, setting clear performance goals and fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and collaboration.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement lifecycle — from sourcing and purchasing to fulfillment and reconciliation — ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with internal policies.
• Drive process improvement and automation across procurement systems (ServiceNow) to streamline workflows and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Partner with Finance and Operations leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and asset lifecycle visibility to support broader financial and operational goals.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and maintaining pricing consistency while identifying opportunities for vendor consolidation and cost optimization.
• Track, analyze, and report on procurement performance metrics; use data to guide operational improvements and executive-level decision-making.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Client Success, and Project Management teams to align purchasing and fulfillment with client delivery timelines.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-impact procurement challenges, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to internal operations.
• Support special initiatives and cross-functional projects that enhance scalability, cost control, and service delivery alignment across Coretelligent's business units.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 7+ years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in procurement operations, vendor management, or IT sourcing.
• Proven experience managing a small team and driving performance through coaching, clear expectations, and accountability.
• Advanced understanding of procurement processes, vendor lifecycle management, and contract negotiation.
• Experience in the technology or managed services industry, with familiarity in hardware, software, and IT services procurement.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range for this position (depending upon experience):

$120,000 - $150,000

This range reflects the minimum and maximum targets for new hires across all US locations (with the exception of MA, NY, and CA). Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, work location, and relevant education or training.

What you'll love about Coretelligent:

We take Coretelligent culture very seriously! As a company, we constantly think of ways to give back to our valued employees through company engagement. We offer a competitive salary, amazing benefits, a great vacation package, a healthy work-life balance, and opportunities to grow your career from within!

Benefits: Health, Dental, & Vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Flexible Vacation & Sick Days.

Perks: Fourteen holidays, including a day off on your birthday, flexible vacation, spot bonuses for demonstrated excellence, community and social events, learning and development, flexible working life, $100 well-being allowance, and other health & wellness perks.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility Commitment

Coretelligent is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants of all races, ethnicities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, socioeconomic statuses, and more. Our focus is on creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued beyond compliance, ensuring that every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

In compliance with the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), we do not request or consider age or age-adjacent information (such as graduation dates) during the hiring process. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of age.

We extend our dedication to accessibility and inclusivity to our remote workforce. In alignment with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to effectively perform their job duties in a remote setting. Applicants needing accommodations for the application or interview process are encouraged to reach out to talent@core.tech for necessary arrangements.

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