ICE
Manager, Procurement
Intercontinental Exchange Inc (ICE) is looking for a highly motivated and proactive leader with exceptional analytical, communication and business acumen skills to join our dynamic Procurement team. This person must have deep expertise in strategic sourcing and category management, with a proven ability to manage complex, high‑value software spend in a global organization. The ideal candidate will demonstrate success in driving cost optimization, exceeding savings targets, and fostering cross‑functional collaboration to ensure efficient and compliant procurement practices.
Responsibilities
Ownership of the software procurement category, all related spend and processes
Lead negotiation and contract management of large‑scale and complex software agreements
Work closely with stakeholders, the legal team, senior leadership, and suppliers to define requirements and strategize on contract negotiations
Lead, mentor and support a team of Procurement Analysts
Proactively analyze full category spend with the goal of increasing efficiencies, reducing costs and improving terms
Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with procurement practices and supplier relationships
Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities
Learn the specifics of all purchasing categories and be able to back up other team members as necessary
Prepare and analyze various Procurement reports including category spend, cost analysis and savings achievements
Knowledge and Experience
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of indirect Procurement experience in managing the software purchasing spend category at a large global organization
Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage and interpret large data sets and drive actionable insights
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to multi‑task and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment to meet multiple competing and critical deadlines
Must be efficient in problem solving and identifying workarounds
Must possess sound judgment and meet ethical obligations to perform purchasing duties on behalf of the company
Strong proficiency in Oracle Cloud, ServiceNow, Tableau, and familiarity with AI‑driven process automation.
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Seniority level:
Not Applicable
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Purchasing and Supply Chain
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Responsibilities
Ownership of the software procurement category, all related spend and processes
Lead negotiation and contract management of large‑scale and complex software agreements
Work closely with stakeholders, the legal team, senior leadership, and suppliers to define requirements and strategize on contract negotiations
Lead, mentor and support a team of Procurement Analysts
Proactively analyze full category spend with the goal of increasing efficiencies, reducing costs and improving terms
Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with procurement practices and supplier relationships
Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities
Learn the specifics of all purchasing categories and be able to back up other team members as necessary
Prepare and analyze various Procurement reports including category spend, cost analysis and savings achievements
Knowledge and Experience
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of indirect Procurement experience in managing the software purchasing spend category at a large global organization
Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage and interpret large data sets and drive actionable insights
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to multi‑task and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment to meet multiple competing and critical deadlines
Must be efficient in problem solving and identifying workarounds
Must possess sound judgment and meet ethical obligations to perform purchasing duties on behalf of the company
Strong proficiency in Oracle Cloud, ServiceNow, Tableau, and familiarity with AI‑driven process automation.
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Seniority level:
Not Applicable
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Purchasing and Supply Chain
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