OVERVIEW
We are currently searching for a skilled professional to join a well-known client’s team as a Project Manager in Foster City, CA. The Project Manager will lead end-to-end procurement integration activities for acquisitions, translating deal strategy into executable plans that ensure continuity of spend, supplier stability, and policy compliance. Their work will have a direct impact on successful M&A integrations and business continuity, making this a highly visible and strategic career opportunity.

RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Design and own the procurement integration roadmap, including Day 1 readiness, interim operations, and steady-state transition 
•    Develop and manage detailed project timelines, dependencies, and critical path activities across supplier onboarding, contracting, purchase orders, invoicing, and system transitions 
•    Identify integration risks and proactively drive mitigation plans (e.g., supplier continuity, invoice approval gaps, ownership transitions) 
•    Partner with the Integration Management Office (IMO) to align procurement activities with broader integration milestones 
E2E Procurement Process Design
•    Design and document end-to-end procurement workflows (Source-to-Contract, Procure-to-Pay) for integration scenarios 
•    Develop swimlane process maps defining roles and responsibilities across Procurement, Finance, Legal, AP, and business stakeholders 
•    Establish differentiated workflows for: 
o    Existing vs. new suppliers 
o    Existing vs. new spend 
o    Critical/expedited supplier scenarios 
o    Dual-system environments 
Cross-Functional Governance & Decision Support
•    Establish governance frameworks for supplier and contract decisions (retain, terminate, amend) 
•    Ensure clear ownership of suppliers, contracts, purchase orders, and invoice approvals throughout integration 
•    Facilitate cross-functional alignment on budgets, spend thresholds, contract ownership, and supplier communications 
•    Act as a neutral facilitator to resolve ambiguity and drive timely decision-making 
Supplier & Contract Transition Management
•    Identify critical suppliers and contracts in partnership with Procurement, Legal, and business teams 
•    Support contract lifecycle activities including review, amendment, termination, and novation 
•    Coordinate supplier communications regarding acquisition changes, onboarding, and billing updates 
•    Ensure continuity of supplier performance during transitions 
Systems & Controls Enablement
•    Design and coordinate procurement system strategies, including dual-system operations and system cutovers 
•    Partner with Finance and Accounts Payable to establish interim controls and audit-ready processes 
•    Ensure continuity of payments and minimize disruption during system transitions 
•    Support reconciliation and reporting across systems 
Documentation, Training & Change Management
•    Develop integration playbooks, process documentation, and role-based guidance 
•    Create approval matrices, escalation frameworks, and reusable integration artifacts 
•    Support training for stakeholders on new or interim workflows 
•    Capture lessons learned and continuously improve integration standards 

EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, finance operations, or transformation roles required
Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional programs required
Direct experience supporting M&A integrations required
Deep understanding of Source-to-Pay (S2P) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes required
Hands-on experience with procurement and finance systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, NetSuite, contract lifecycle tools) required

EDUCATION
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related discipline required

To be a best-fit your strengths must include:
•    Strong program and project management skills with the ability to manage complex integrations 
•    Deep knowledge of procurement processes, systems, and controls 
•    Ability to translate ambiguity into structured plans, workflows, and decisions 
•    Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills 
•    Strong facilitation skills with the ability to drive alignment and resolve ambiguity 
•    High attention to detail and organizational skills in fast-paced environments 
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities 
•    Effective communication skills, both written and verbal 
•    Continuous improvement mindset with focus on scalable, reusable processes
 

Full-time employees are also eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.

At Advanced Group, our commitment to diversity and inclusion in every part of our organization is crucial to fulfilling our mission and demonstrating our REAL values. Advanced Group is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or sexual preference, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Advanced Group complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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