Procurement Lead

Valeris is a fully integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions spanning the entire healthcare value chain. Founded from the merger of PharmaCord and Mercalis, Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience, enabling access and adherence to critical medications. With proven industry expertise and a commitment to patient care, Valeris delivers data, strategic insights, patient support services, and healthcare provider engagement tools to help accelerate product commercialization. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina and Jeffersonville, Indiana.

Valeris is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Lead to oversee our IT vendor relationships, demand management, and enterprise procurement activities. Reporting to the CFO and collaborating across departments—especially IT—this role manages the procurement lifecycle, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, performance management, and alignment with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for IT vendor relationships, including outsourced developers, programs, and onshore/offshore consultants.
• Develop and implement vendor governance frameworks with KPIs, SLAs, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct regular business reviews with vendors to assess performance, innovation opportunities, and risk exposure.
• Oversee contract renewals, amendments, and negotiations to ensure favorable terms, compliance, and business value.
• Partner with IT leadership to anticipate, analyze, and validate IT demand across business units.
• Coordinate procurement planning processes to align demand forecasts with budget and strategic priorities.
• Analyze spending trends to identify cost‑saving opportunities, rationalization, and process improvements.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs for IT and non‑IT categories.
• Develop category strategies and procurement plans that align with operational needs and strategic objectives.
• Manage contract lifecycles from negotiation to execution and renewal.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assess supplier risks, including financial stability, cybersecurity, and business continuity.
• Implement supplier due diligence and risk mitigation through appropriate contract provisions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and facilitate collaboration between IT, finance, transformation, legal, and business units.
• Maintain financial models and track value created versus budget, preparing scorecards for executive and board review.
• Educate internal teams on procurement best practices and supplier relationship management.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the business and board as needed.
• Support the Integration Management Office with synergy tracking when required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years focused on IT sourcing and vendor management.
• Experience working in a private equity portfolio company environment.
• Proven ability to learn a business quickly at a detailed level.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, IT, or related field (Master’s preferred); accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated success leading RFP processes, contract negotiations, and supplier performance programs.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and meet deadlines without direct supervision.
• Familiarity with procurement systems such as Coupa, Ariba, SAP and vendor management tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Dynamic, self‑motivated, and action‑driven with strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving capability.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to comprehend and process large volumes of data and summarize findings.
• Proven leadership experience, with a “Can‑Do” attitude suitable for a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.
• Good typing skills (minimum 35 words per minute with 97% accuracy).
• Occasional travel (minimal flexibility required).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regularly required to talk or hear and to sit for long periods.
• Use hands to type, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• May need to travel occasionally.
• Works in a professional office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA‑ and FSA‑eligible options; Valeris contributes toward premium costs.
• Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program services.
• Company match on Health Savings Account contributions.
• Free basic life and AD&D coverage equal to annual earnings, ranging from $50,000 to $300,000.
• Company‑paid short‑term disability coverage; optional long‑term disability purchase.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% match on the first 5% contributed, with immediate vesting.
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave to support work‑life balance.
• Nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement in a supportive growth culture.
• A challenging, stimulating work environment encouraging new ideas.
• A culture that values diversity and inclusivity.
• Mission‑driven inclusive culture where work makes a meaningful impact.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, for applicable positions, a drug screen in accordance with company standards. This job description is not exhaustive; responsibilities may be modified at any time without notice.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Valeris, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, products, and community. Valeris is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer.