[Remote] Sr. Procurement Manager at Flock Safety

United States

Flock Safety Logo
$135,000 – $160,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Public Safety, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in Strategic Sourcing or Procurement, with at least 5 years of direct leadership/mentorship experience
  • Mandatory deep expertise sourcing, negotiating, and managing Enterprise SaaS and IaaS (Cloud) contracts, preferably in a technology or hardware-as-a-service company
  • Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier risk management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., SOC 2, ISO, GDPR impact on vendor selection)
  • Exceptional negotiation skills with a proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar contract portfolios and influencing cross-functional C-Suite stakeholders
  • Advanced analytical abilities, proficient in utilizing data and financial modeling to deliver measurable cost savings and support strategic business decisions
  • Expert proficiency in using modern procurement platforms like Coupa
  • Experience with contract law, licensing models, and robust Vendor Relationship Management (VRM) frameworks
  • Ability to thrive, lead, and maintain rigorous accuracy in a high-pressure, rapidly evolving environment

Responsibilities

  • Own the development, implementation, and governance of all sourcing policies
  • Drive substantial efficiency and cost-savings across critical spend categories, particularly Enterprise SaaS, Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS), Supply Chain, and R&D/Engineering Services
  • Act as a pivotal strategic partner across FP&A, Legal, IT, Supply Chain, Security, Engineering, and Operations teams
  • Translate business needs into scalable processes
  • Build relationships with Finance, Legal, Product, and IT stakeholders (first 30 days)
  • Review existing vendor contracts and procurement processes, focusing on cloud, IaaS, and Enterprise SaaS (first 30 days)
  • Familiarize with Coupa and current reporting dashboards; identify initial gaps (first 30 days)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ProcurementSourcingVendor ManagementContract NegotiationSaaS ProcurementCloud InfrastructureSupply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingCost SavingsPolicy Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Procurement Manager position?

The salary range is $135K - $160K.

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote position.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field, 12+ years in Strategic Sourcing or Procurement with 5+ years in leadership, deep expertise in Enterprise SaaS and IaaS contracts, strong negotiation skills, advanced analytical abilities, and expert proficiency in Coupa.

What is the company culture like at Flock Safety?

Flock Safety has a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking, where employees tackle big challenges, move fast, continuously improve, and value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Procurement Manager role?

A strong candidate has 12+ years of progressive experience in Strategic Sourcing or Procurement including 5+ years in leadership, mandatory expertise in sourcing and managing Enterprise SaaS and IaaS contracts, exceptional negotiation skills with a track record of multi-million-dollar deals, and expert proficiency in Coupa.

Flock Safety

License plate reader cameras for crime prevention

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$372.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited PTO
12 paid holidays
Fully-paid health benefits
16 weeks of parental leave
Work from home allowance
Learning & development stipend
Home office stipend

Risks

Privacy concerns may lead to legal challenges affecting ALPR technology operations.
Integration of drone technology may increase operational costs and financial strain.
Economic downturns could reduce client spending on subscription-based services.

Differentiation

Flock Safety integrates ALPR cameras with AI for unbiased crime-solving data.
The company offers a full-service, maintenance-free technology solution for public safety.
Flock Safety's platform combines community power to enhance safety across cities and businesses.

Upsides

Acquisition of Aerodome enhances drone technology for public safety solutions.
Partnership with MS2 expands AI Traffic Analytics capabilities for state agencies.
Solar-Powered Condor video solutions increase market penetration in infrastructure-lacking areas.

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