Vendor Management & Procurement Manager (Technology)

PJT Partners•New York, NY

1d•$105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank. Our team of senior professionals delivers a wide array of strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring and special situations and private fund advisory and placement services to corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors and governments around the world. We offer a unique portfolio of advisory services designed to help our clients achieve their strategic objectives. We also provide, through PJT Park Hill, private fund advisory and fundraising services for alternative investment managers, including private equity funds, real estate funds and hedge funds. From the beginning, PJT Partners has firmly believed that having the best people is key to building an enduring franchise. Our perspective was, and remains, that a great team brings in both top tier clients and appeals to a wide-range of diverse, talented colleagues. Fostering an inclusive culture, which welcomes differing perspectives and beliefs, enables us to provide the best advice and insights to our clients. To learn more about PJT Partners, please visit our website at www.pjtpartners.com. Responsibilities The PJT Partners Technology team is responsible for creating and continuously improving a robust and secure technology foundation that supports the firm’s business activities. We are seeking a highly motivated Procurement and Vendor Management professional to support the establishment and operations of a new procurement and vendor management function. Reporting to the functional lead, this role will contribute to building right-sized processes and frameworks while also managing day-to-day procurement and vendor-related activities. The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of hands-on experience in procurement, vendor risk management, and vendor lifecycle management in a complex or regulated environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of direct experience in procurement or vendor management, preferably in a regulated or fast-paced environment
Solid understanding of procurement lifecycle, vendor onboarding, contract lifecycle management and vendor risk principles
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with experience working cross-functionally
Proficiency in procurement and vendor management tools
Analytical mindset with the ability to manage data, identify trends, and generate insights
Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks effectively
Knowledge of industry best practices and evolving trends in procurement and vendor risk management

Responsibilities

Policy & Process Development Support the design and implementation of procurement and vendor management policies, standards, and workflows
Ensure policy awareness and adoption across the firm and help train stakeholders as needed
Procurement & Vendor Operations Execute and manage procurement activities including purchase requisitions, vendor contract coordination and vendor onboarding
Maintain vendor records, ensure documentation compliance, and support contract execution and renewals
Vendor Risk & Compliance Contribute to the implementation of vendor risk management practices including risk assessments, due diligence, and monitoring
Partner with stakeholders to ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements
Governance & Reporting Develop and maintain dashboards and reports on key procurement and risk KPIs/KRIs
Prepare materials for senior leadership and participate in governance forums as needed
Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Finance, IT, and COO teams to align procurement goals with organizational needs
Partner with vendor owners to monitor performance, support issue resolution, and ensure vendors meet service level and contractual obligations
Tools & Systems Support the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing use of procurement and vendor management tools.
Ensure integration with enterprise systems and contribute to continuous process automation and improvement.