ERP Procurement Lead

The ERP Procurement Lead will play a critical role in NEA’s ERP system implementation, ensuring that procurement

processes are effectively integrated into the new system. This role requires a procurement professional with strong

experience in professional services contracting, ERP system implementation, and process transformation. The successful

candidate will be a proactive problem solver capable of working independently and aligning procurement strategies with

organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Process & Strategy: Assess current procurement processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop optimized

workflows aligned with industry best practices.

ERP System Implementation: Work closely with the systems integrator and technical teams to ensure procurement

functionalities are effectively implemented and configured within the Unit4 ERP system.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather detailed requirements, address concerns, and

facilitate smooth adoption of new procurement processes.

Documentation & Training: Develop and maintain procurement policies, templates, workflows, and training materials to

support system adoption.

Problem Solving & Issue Resolution: Track and manage procurement-related development requests, system issues, and

process improvements.

Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure procurement practices align with organizational policies and regulatory

requirements, with a focus on professional services contracting.

Change Management & Support: Lead procurement teams through transition to new ERP tools, providing hands-on

support and training.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on procurement experience, preferably within professional services contracting.

• Demonstrated experience leading procurement workstreams in ERP implementations.

• Familiarity with staff augmentation and service contract management within non-profit or mission-driven

organizations is a plus.

Skills & Expertise:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and improve procurement processes.

• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices and contracting principles.

• Experience with ERP procurement modules, with a preference for Unit4 ERP.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative in problem-solving.

• Proficiency in managing multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Key Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Adaptability in a fast-paced, project-based setting.

• Ability to drive change and promote adoption of new procurement tools and processes.