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    Director, Procurement - Chicago, United States - Apex Fintech Solutions LLC

    Apex Fintech Solutions LLC
    Apex Fintech Solutions LLC Chicago, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description
    Apex enables modern investing and wealth management tools through an ecosystem offrictionless platforms, APIs, and services.
    Director, Procurement

    Chicago, Illinois, United States of America


    Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all.

    Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers.

    Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world.

    We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, and Belfast.

    If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you.

    AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards
    2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company
    2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

    ABOUT THIS ROLE
    As

    Director, Procurement


    at Apex, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the procurement process to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality in the acquisition of goods and services essential to our operations.

    Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will lead a team of procurement professionals and collaborate closely with various departments to align procurement strategies with the company's goals.

    Duties/Responsibilities

    Strategic Procurement Planning:
    Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives and financial goals.
    Identify cost-saving opportunities, negotiate contracts, and establish supplier relationships to drive value and maximize ROI.
    Lead supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management processes to ensure adherence to quality, delivery, and cost standards.
    Foster strategic partnerships with key suppliers, leveraging economies of scale and innovation to enhance competitive advantage.

    Process Optimization:
    Streamline procurement processes, workflows, and systems to increase efficiency, reduce cycle times, and minimize costs.
    Implement best practices, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technology solutions to enhance procurement effectiveness.
    Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, including supply chain disruptions, compliance issues, and vendor dependencies.
    Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies throughout the procurement lifecycle.

    Budget Oversight:
    Develop and manage procurement budgets, forecasts, and financial performance metrics to track spending, variance analysis, and cost-saving initiatives.
    Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to optimize procurement-related financial processes and reporting.

    Cross-functional Collaboration:
    Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments, including finance, operations, legal, and IT, to understand procurement needs and priorities.
    Communicate effectively with senior leadership, presenting procurement strategies, performance metrics, and recommendations to support decision-making.

    Education and/or Experience:


    Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field, or comparable professional experience; MBA or advanced certification (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) preferred.

    Proven experience (10+ years) in procurement leadership roles within the financial services industry, with a track record of driving strategic initiatives and achieving measurable results.

    Experience selecting and implementing a Purchase-to-Pay (P2P)

    Required Skills/Abilities:
    Analytical mindset, with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to support strategic objectives.
    Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
    Familiarity with procurement technology platforms, ERP systems, and data analytics tools for process optimization and performance measurement.
    Strong knowledge of procurement principles, sourcing strategies, contract negotiation, and supplier management practices.
    Strong leadership capabilities, including team management, coaching, and development, with a focus on fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
    This job operates in an office environment.

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

    Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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    Our Rewards

    We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match.

    We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits.

    At AFS,


    we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.

    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment
    We're looking for all kinds of people.

    At Apex, we believe that wealth management and investing should be accessible to everyone, and we strive to create spaces to democratize investing for folks of all walks of life.

    Internally, we embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace, which reflects our company vision and mission.

    We value every team member's unique perspective and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone belongs. Join us in our mission to empower and celebrate individual differences.
    Apex is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.


    We ensure that qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment without discrimination based on sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, genetics, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.


    Know your rights:
    workplace discrimination is illegal.

    We stand by this commitment to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce.
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