Sr. Procurement Manager

Who is Flock?

Flock Safety is the leading safety technology platform, helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security. Our hardware and software suite connects cities, law enforcement, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods in a nationwide public-private safety network. Trusted by over 5,000 communities, 4,500 law enforcement agencies, and 1,000 businesses, Flock delivers real-time intelligence while prioritizing privacy and responsible innovation.

Were a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking. Working at Flock means tackling big challenges, moving fast, and continuously improving. Its intense but deeply rewarding for those who want to make an impact.

With nearly $700M in venture funding and a $7.5B valuation, were scaling intentionally and seeking top talent to help build the impossible. If you value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems, Flock could be the place for you.

The Opportunity

Flock Safety is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Senior Manager of Procurement to serve as the subject matter expert and leader responsible for professionalizing and scaling our non-inventory procurement function. You will own the development, implementation, and governance of all sourcing policies, driving substantial efficiency and cost-savings across critical spend categories, particularly Enterprise SaaS, Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS), Supply Chain and R&D / Engineering Services.

This is a highly visible leadership role that reports into the Accounting organization and acts as a pivotal strategic partner across FP&A, Legal, IT, Supply Chain, Security, Engineering, and Operations teams. You will be responsible for translating business needs into scalable processes, offering substantial exposure and the opportunity to directly impact financial controls and strategic decision-making in a hyper-growth environment.

The Skillset :

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.

12+ years of progressive experience in Strategic Sourcing or Procurement, with at least 5 years of direct leadership / mentorship experience.

Mandatory deep expertise sourcing, negotiating, and managing Enterprise SaaS and IaaS (Cloud) contracts, preferably in a technology or hardware-as-a-service company.

Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier risk management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., SOC 2, ISO, GDPR impact on vendor selection).

Exceptional negotiation skills with a proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar contract portfolios and influencing cross-functional C-Suite stakeholders.

Advanced analytical abilities, proficient in utilizing data and financial modeling to deliver measurable cost savings and support strategic business decisions.

Expert proficiency in using modern procurement platforms like Coupa is required.

Experience with contract law, licensing models, and robust Vendor Relationship Management (VRM) frameworks.

Ability to thrive, lead, and maintain rigorous accuracy in a high-pressure, rapidly evolving environment.

Feeling uneasy that you havent ticked every box? Thats okay; weve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.

90 Days at Flock

We prescribe to 90 day plans and believe that good days lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired in this role at Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

Build relationships with Finance, Legal, Product, and IT stakeholders.

Review existing vendor contracts and procurement processes, focusing on cloud, IaaS, and Enterprise SaaS.

Familiarize with Coupa and current reporting dashboards; identify initial gaps in governance and controls.

The First 60 Days

Execute initial high-impact negotiations to drive cost avoidance and savings.

Draft and align the Vendor Risk Management (VRM) and Software Governance (Gatekeeper) processes.

Begin implementing Procure-to-Pay (P2P) improvements and baseline KPIs in Coupa.

90 Days & Beyond

Launch and formalize VRM and Software Governance programs across the organization.

Present Multi-Year Sourcing Strategy to leadership, focusing on TCO optimization and vendor consolidation.

Fully implement executive-level dashboards and drive measurable financial impact through strategic sourcing.

Salary & Equity

In this role, youll receive a starting salary between $135,000 and $165,000 as well as Flock Safety Stock Options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.

The Perks

• ???? Flexible PTO : We offer non-accrual PTO, plus 11 company holidays.
• ?? Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees : including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.
• ???? Family Leave : All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.
• ???? Fertility & Family Benefits : We have partnered with Maven , a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. Flock will provide a $50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.
• ???? Spring Health : Spring Health offers a variety of mental health benefits, including therapy, coaching, medication management, and digital tools, all tailored to each individual's needs.
• ???? Caregiver Support : We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support.
• ???? Carta Tax Advisor : Employees receive 1 : 1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.
• ???? ERGs : We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer four ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, LEOs and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.
• ????WFH Stipend : $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.
• ????Productivity Stipend : $300 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo and so much more.
• ????Home Office Stipend : A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at recruiting@flocksafety.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

At Flock Safety, we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. The range above is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future. This job posting may span more than one career level.