VP, Procurement

Requirements

• Education and experience typically obtained through completion of a Bachelor's degree in business, finance or related field
• Typically, a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in procurement or related field
• Extensive experience leading enterprise P2P capability, including exposure to international
• Deep expertise across procurement disciplines, including sourcing, supplier management, contracting, pipeline organization & management, and P2P operations
• Demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment through rigorous, structured deal desk/review
• Strong financial acumen, including spend management, value creation, and ROI delivery
• Exceptional leadership capabilities with experience building and scaling high-performing organizations
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to coach and develop others to do the same
• Background and drug screen
• Master's degree or MBA degree in business, finance or related field preferred.
• Experience in technology-driven, payment network or highly regulated industries
• Expertise in digital procurement platforms, automation, and analytics tools
• Experience leading large-scale transformation and change management initiatives
• Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance, and third-party risk frameworks
• Understanding of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements-domestic and international-and contractual terms and conditions to mitigate enterprise risk.
• Physical Requirements
• Employee must be able to perform essential functions and physical requirements of position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The base pay scale for this position in:
• Phoenix, AZ/ Chicago, IL / Washing

Benefits

Additional Information

At Early Warning, we've powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle®, Paze℠, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses. Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship. Overall Purpose This position leads the enterprise-wide procurement function, setting the vision and strategy for a modern, technology-enabled Procure-to-Pay (P2P) capability. The role is accountable for driving a data-driven, value-creating procurement environment that optimizes total cost of ownership, mitigates enterprise risks, and enables scalable business growth. Essential Functions Strategic Leadership and Enterprise Oversight Define and execute the enterprise-wide procurement strategy aligned to business, financial, and technology priorities Establish the vision, operating model, and organizational design for the P2P function Build and lead a high-performing organization, including leadership pipeline, talent strategy, and culture Advise executive leadership on spend, supplier strategy, and market dynamics Define supplier segmentation, governance, and performance Build strategic partnerships that drive innovation and resilience Represent the company with key suppliers and industry partners Oversee end-to-end P2P operations across the enterprise, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and service excellence Enterprise Operations, Transformation and Continuous Improvement Standardize processes to reduce friction and accelerate outcomes Drive enterprise sourcing, contracting, and supplier negotiations to deliver measurable value Establish enterprise-wide visibility into spend, supplier performance, and operational KPIs Own and lead the enterprise procurement transformation agenda, including digital modernization of P2P-implement automation, AI/ML, and advanced analytics Own the enterprise procurement risk posture, including regulatory compliance, third-party risk, and contractual governance Establish and enforce policies, controls, and audit frameworks to ensure compliance and accountability Partner with support functions-including, but not limited to legal, finance, risk, and security-to mitigate enterprise risk

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