Senior Procurement Manager

We believe that we are better together, and at Tripadvisor we welcome you for who you are. Our workplace is for everyone, as is our people-powered platform. At Tripadvisor, we want you to bring your unique identities, abilities, and experiences, so we can collectively revolutionize travel and together find the good out there.

We are looking for an experienced and proven negotiator to join our global Procurement team. This is an opportunity for someone to expand their negotiation skills to a global reach and have a direct impact both on the contracting done as well as the processes followed by the team. We are seeking a talented collaborator who is ambitious, has strong negotiating skills and experience across a range of categories, embodies a strong individual contributor working style and can drive cross-functional complex projects to completion in a timely fashion. Ideal candidates will be able to manage up and cross-functionally. This role requires the ability to influence and coordinate across various teams, even without direct management authority.

Job Location: London or Oxford- Hybrid

What You'll Do:

Manage a portfolio of $50-100 million in annual spend

Concurrently lead negotiations on an average of 40-50 projects to meet business objective deadlines to secure advantageous commercial terms

Manage contract lifecycle for assigned agreements, including managing and monitoring business requirements, securing functional approvals and securing contract signatures

Run quarterly business reviews with 10-15 senior leaders within the company to "manage" both up and across

Build close relationships with legal and compliance leads to expedite approvals

Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers, including 10-15 key suppliers including running quarterly business reviews

Manage and drive procurement practices consistently throughout the company

Skills and Qualifications:

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Procurement, especially indirect Procurement, 10-15 years total experience preferred

Proven experience with software procurement (SaaS) and contingent labor/ services

In-depth knowledge of preparing and executing RFP's and conducting tactical negotiations, including reviewing contracts, commercial terms, and creating deal point strategy across IT/ Engineering, Marketing, Sales and Operations.

Experience in a global organization managing across geographies and business units preferred

Experience with AI tool procurement preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving, organizational, project and time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to manage cross-functionally

Ability to build relationships both internally and externally

Competencies: Strategic thinking, leadership, curiosity, teamwork.

What We Offer:

• Flexible activity-based working fostered collaboration and productivity
• Inclusive global travelers community welcoming diverse perspectives
• Competitive salary package including performance bonuses
• Development programs, managerial courses, and learning series
• Health insurance covers medical, dental, and vision for families (varies by country)
• Lifestyle Reimbursement Benefit for personal travel, and physical, mental, and financial wellness
• Several paid time off programs, including time to bond with new children and care for family members. Paid public holidays, and year-end office shutdown
• Employee assistance program for short-term counseling and free Calm app subscription
• State-of-the-art offices: dining, coffee points, and leisure areas

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