Job Description
Overview
Cvent is a leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider with more than 4,800 employees and ~22,000 customers worldwide, including 53% of the Fortune 500. Founded in 1+++, Cvent delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform for marketers and event professionals and offers software solutions to hotels, special event venues and destinations to help them grow their group/MICE and corporate travel business. Our technology brings millions of people together at events around the world. In short, we’re transforming the meetings and events industry through innovative technology that powers the human connection.
The DNA of Cvent is our people, and our culture has an emphasis on fostering intrapreneurship - a system that encourages Cventers to think and act like individual entrepreneurs and empowers them to take action, embrace risk, and make decisions as if they had founded the company themselves. At Cvent, we value the diverse perspectives that each individual brings. Whether working with a team of colleagues or with clients, we ensure that we foster a culture that celebrates differences and builds on shared connections.
Cvent is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to assist with the review and processing of purchase orders, negotiation of new and renewing purchases and contract obligations, and maintaining documentation related to purchases and contracts. This position will be a part of the team responsible for conducting purchasing of information technology assets (hardware, software, SaaS solutions), services, and the other products critical to the growth and operations of the company.
In This Role, You Will
• Assist in the drafting of and maintenance documentation and policies related to procurement, purchasing, travel, and other typical areas of corporate spend
• Maintain physical and electronic documents, shared files, correspondence and requests for clarification, according to established filing procedures and relevant rules and regulations
• Maintain and administer Cvent’s contract database (Ironclad) and PO system (Coupa)
• Support senior procurement personnel with routine tasks, including preparing regular reports Assist in all procurement, financial, and, insurance administration activities
• Organize vendor contracts with the ability to read and decipher the contractual language, along with the transactional terms
• Lead vendor negotiations for small and commodity purchasing, and assist with vendor negotiations on enterprise-wide purchasing
• Assist with general office and administrative duties as needed, including coordination of maintenance contractors
Here's What You Need
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, or procurement
• First-hand experience with a common Procurement Software system, preferably Coupa
• First-hand experience with a contract management lifecycle (CLM) software, preferably Ironclad
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, quick learner with the ability to multi-task
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate with various vendors
Physical Demands
We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position
Cvent is a leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider with more than 4,800 employees and ~22,000 customers worldwide, including 53% of the Fortune 500. Founded in 1+++, Cvent delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform for marketers and event professionals and offers software solutions to hotels, special event venues and destinations to help them grow their group/MICE and corporate travel business. Our technology brings millions of people together at events around the world. In short, we’re transforming the meetings and events industry through innovative technology that powers the human connection.
The DNA of Cvent is our people, and our culture has an emphasis on fostering intrapreneurship - a system that encourages Cventers to think and act like individual entrepreneurs and empowers them to take action, embrace risk, and make decisions as if they had founded the company themselves. At Cvent, we value the diverse perspectives that each individual brings. Whether working with a team of colleagues or with clients, we ensure that we foster a culture that celebrates differences and builds on shared connections.
Cvent is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to assist with the review and processing of purchase orders, negotiation of new and renewing purchases and contract obligations, and maintaining documentation related to purchases and contracts. This position will be a part of the team responsible for conducting purchasing of information technology assets (hardware, software, SaaS solutions), services, and the other products critical to the growth and operations of the company.
In This Role, You Will
• Assist in the drafting of and maintenance documentation and policies related to procurement, purchasing, travel, and other typical areas of corporate spend
• Maintain physical and electronic documents, shared files, correspondence and requests for clarification, according to established filing procedures and relevant rules and regulations
• Maintain and administer Cvent’s contract database (Ironclad) and PO system (Coupa)
• Support senior procurement personnel with routine tasks, including preparing regular reports Assist in all procurement, financial, and, insurance administration activities
• Organize vendor contracts with the ability to read and decipher the contractual language, along with the transactional terms
• Lead vendor negotiations for small and commodity purchasing, and assist with vendor negotiations on enterprise-wide purchasing
• Assist with general office and administrative duties as needed, including coordination of maintenance contractors
Here's What You Need
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, or procurement
• First-hand experience with a common Procurement Software system, preferably Coupa
• First-hand experience with a contract management lifecycle (CLM) software, preferably Ironclad
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, quick learner with the ability to multi-task
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate with various vendors
Physical Demands
We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Procurement Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in McLean offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.