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Procurement Systems Manager (Contractor)

Are you ready to optimize the "Intake-to-Pay" engine at the forefront of AI innovation? 🚀

OpenAI is looking for a Procurement Systems Manager to join our team. We don't just manage procurement; we build the scalable, automated, and intelligent infrastructure that empowers our employees to move faster. ⚡

In this role, you will be the lead architect for our Zip environment. You will bridge the gap between complex operational requirements and a frictionless user experience. If you are a Zip expert with a bias for action and a passion for automation, we want to talk to you. 🛠️

The Impact You'll Make

• Architect Efficiency 🏗️: Take ownership of Zip configuration. You will refine routing, approval chains, and conditional logic to eliminate friction and ensure seamless workflows.
• Scale Through Automation 🤖: Beyond standard administration, you'll be a key player in deploying AI-enabled procurement agents and intelligent triage systems.
• Bridge Cross-Functional Silos 🤝: Act as the central point of contact between Procurement, Finance, Legal, Security, and Enterprise Tech to ensure every workflow is compliant, measurable, and efficient.
• Translate Data into UX 📊: Use system data and requester feedback to identify pain points, iterate on forms, and continuously improve the "purchasing experience" for the entire company.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Zip Mastery 💎: You have deep, hands-on experience configuring Zip. From complex approval chains to form logic and data handoffs, you know exactly how to bend the platform to support business objectives.
• Operational DNA 🧠: You understand the lifecycle of procurement—from intake to pay—and you know how to build "compliance-by-design" into every step.
• Automation Mindset ⚙️: You aren't just a platform administrator; you are an innovator. You feel at home deploying AI-assisted workflows and finding creative ways to automate manual tasks.
• Execution Focus ⚡: You thrive in fast-moving environments. You identify issues independently, propose concrete fixes, and move quickly to ship improvements.
• User-Centricity 🌟: You view the procurement process through the lens of the requester. You want to make it easier for teams to do their jobs while keeping the business secure.

The Details

• Location 📍: San Francisco, CA.
• Model 🏢: Hybrid (3 days per week in-office).
• Role Type 📝: Contractor.