Overview As the Director, Procurement you are responsible for overseeing the productivity and daily operations of the procurement as determined by Vice President of Procurement. In this role you will develop and implement strategies and tactics to increase communication between the Title Department and all other departments. Additionally, you are accountable for ensuring staff members are performing the functions of their job descriptions. What you will do The Director of Procurement oversees the operations to ensure the proper completion and compliance of all processes within the department. Responsibilities typically include: - Providing strategic leadership and direction to teams, including managers and staff - Monitor and track SLAs to ensure we are meeting client expectations - Monitor daily workload both in house and BPO partners and reallocate work, as necessary - Collaborating with internal departments (closing, compliance, disbursement) and external stakeholders (lenders, county offices, etc.) to ensure Operations comply with regulatory requirements - Driving process improvements and implementing technology solutions to streamline workflows, enhance productivity and reduce risk - Monitoring performance metrics, maintaining quality control and ensuring adherence to company standards and legal regulations - Assisting in managing the department’s budget and resources - manages teams to meet departmental and corporate objectives as determined by senior management - Creates, reviews, and implements new processes to improve all Procurement Department timelines and production numbers - Reviews client performance statistics and management reports with Vice President and Executive Management - Monitor Aged title files - Communicate with UW as necessary - Respond to escalations; identify trends and implement processes to reduce escalations - Participates in strategy discussions as they relate to internal enhancements - Oversees and creates procedures for complete process for new client setup - Creates and communicates new policies, procedures, and initiatives to increase productivity to the direct reports - Monitors the fulfillment of required staff training - Monitor progress of new hires and maintain 30-60-90 Day Review forms for all employees - Reviews and approves candidates for promotions - Administers performance management planning and review process for teams - Manages interdepartmental relationships - Participates in and/or creates Project Teams to address corporate goals and objectives - Addresses exception trends in any measurable SLAs with responsible departments to identify and implements strategies to improve - Attends conference calls and client visits as needed - Monitors monthly scorecards and remediation, when applicable - Monitors daily reporting (Client specific) - Interviews and assists HR with meeting staffing needs - Act as a leader within the company - All other duties assigned What you will bring - Bachelor's degree or five-seven (5-7) years’ experience in the real estate, banking, or vendor management industry - Demonstrated management experience - Knowledge of title procurement processes - Must possess good organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously - Demonstrated excellent communication and customer service skills - Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft software products What we offer - Competitive payrates based on skills and experience - Extensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, mental health programs, Employee Assistance Program, short term disability, voluntary insurance (LTD, auto, home, life, legal, pet, identify theft), employee discounts - Rest and relaxation: Paid holidays and generous PTO based on tenure - Community and Philanthropy: Paid volunteer time - Paid Maternity and Parental Leave - Contribute to your future: 401K plan and robust continuous learning opportunities - Work Perks Program: Access to discounts that help save money in your daily life Is this the ideal location for you? Mortgage Connect is committed to offering a flexible work environment for this role. This is a remote role, meaning you have the flexibility to work from home. (Remote work is subject to Mortgage Connect’s remote work policy and business needs.) Who we are Mortgage Connect is a national mortgage service provider specializing in assisting mortgage lenders with a multitude of services they need in connection with a loan. Our entrepreneurial mindset allows us to differentiate ourselves in the market through continuous improvement and innovation, as well as our diversified suite of product offerings. Our people are driven and committed to our cultural values we call “The 5C’s”: Connect, Collaborate, Communicate, Care, and Celebrate. We take these seriously and coming on board with us means you agree to adopt these values in your everyday work life with us. All onboarding employees will be required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Mortgage Connect is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact HR@mortgageconnect.com

• Responsible for the timely and cost-effective strategic sourcing of complex goods and/or services. • Advises and guides business units regarding the application and integration of procurement philosophies and techniques. • Responsible for sourcing, negotiating, contracting, and purchasing complex categories. • Extensive interaction with Business Units, Leadership, Finance, Legal, and suppliers. • Drives continuous improvements and manages sourcing analysis and questions/problems. • Leads the entire contract life cycle from Request for Proposal to supplier exit.

Get to Know Us: It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing! At BlackLine, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications. Since being founded in 2001, BlackLine has become a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enable greater operational effectiveness and agility, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance. Being a best-in-class SaaS Company, we understand that bringing in new ideas and innovative technology is mission critical. At BlackLine we are always working with new, cutting edge technology that encourages our teams to learn something new and expand their creativity and technical skillset that will accelerate their careers. Work, Play and Grow at BlackLine! Make Your Mark: Reporting to the Vice President of Global Procurement, the Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing will lead a talented team to deliver significant value and support the organization's strategic goals. This key leadership role involves aligning our sourcing activities with company-wide objectives by leveraging best-in-class tools, data analytics, and supplier diversity to optimize the entire procurement process. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on our procurement function and contribute to the company's success. You'll Get To: - Lead, mentor, and develop the Strategic Sourcing team to achieve departmental and company-wide goals. - Develop and execute global category strategies that optimize our supply base, categorizing suppliers (strategic, collaborative, transactional) to drive value in each spend category. - Drive value creation by executing sourcing initiatives and negotiating strategic agreements, focusing on total cost, payment terms, and service level agreements (SLAs) using tools like RFPs, should-cost models, and advanced analytics. - Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure alignment on all sourcing strategies. - Partner with leadership to manage and develop supplier relationships, enhancing cost-effectiveness, quality, service levels, risk management, sustainability, and innovation. - Manage ongoing supplier performance by setting objectives, tracking KPIs through scorecards, and leading joint improvement efforts. - Proactively identify, monitor, and mitigate third-party supplier risks to ensure continuity of supply chain and services. - Leverage market insights, inflation mitigation techniques, and cost escalation/de-escalation agreements to forecast and secure market-competitive pricing. - Engage supplier innovation and AI capabilities to identify and deliver improved product and service offerings. - Partner with the Center of Excellence to develop and implement best-practice standards for processes, systems, data, and analytics. - Standardize key processes globally, including strategic sourcing, category strategy, and supplier performance management, leveraging AI and robotics for automation where possible. - Develop and implement a Strategic Sourcing Playbook to enable stakeholders globally to conduct sourcing activities for smaller, low-complexity initiatives. What You'll Bring: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA is a plus. - 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 7+ years in a management role leading a Strategic Sourcing team. - Proven track record of developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver significant cost savings and value. - Expertise in negotiating complex contracts, including strategic partnerships, pricing, SLAs, and other key terms. - Strong skills in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, and risk mitigation. - Excellent business acumen with strong financial, cost modeling, and data analysis capabilities. - Demonstrated ability to influence and work successfully with all levels of the organization through strong presentation and communication skills. - A consultative and self-motivated leader with the ability to create followership, drive change, and champion a philosophy of continuous improvement We're Even More Excited If You Have: - Preferred technical knowledge of procurement platforms such as Coupa, ZIP, and Microsoft Suite. Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining: - A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future. Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation! - A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives. - A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth and learning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity. BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself has shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 3 days a week. Salary Range: USD $239,000.00/Yr. - USD $299,000.00/Yr. Pay Transparency Statement: Placement within this range depends upon several factors, including the applicant's prior relevant job experience, skill set, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, BlackLine also offers short-term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans. BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form. Accommodations: BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.

We’re seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist with a strong background in IT and Professional Services procurement and category management to lead fast-cycle sourcing events, negotiate commercial/contract terms, and optimize total cost of ownership across professional services, software, cloud, hardware, and IT services. This is a remote contract . Engagement Details Type: Contract Duration: 3 -6 months (possible extension) Location: Remote (U.S. EST hours) What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities) Category Strategy: Own assigned Professional services and IT spend categories (e.g., Consulting, SaaS, Cloud/Infrastructure, End-User Devices, Managed Services); assess market dynamics, benchmarks, and savings levers; build and execute sourcing strategies aligned to stakeholder goals. Sourcing Execution: Run end-to-end RFI/RFP/RFQ cycles (requirements, scoring, supplier Q&A, demos, commercial analysis), and down-select vendors. Negotiations: Lead commercial and contractual negotiations (pricing, rate cards, milestones, SLAs, service credits, EULA terms, data privacy, security exhibits, and renewals). Contracting & Risk: Partner with Legal/InfoSec/Privacy to finalize MSAs, SOWs, DPAs, SLAs, and ensure compliance (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA as applicable). Financial Outcomes: Deliver measurable savings, cost avoidance, and improved TCO; validate and document benefits with Finance (should-cost models, benchmarking, and clean-sheeting where relevant). Supplier Management: Execute vendor due diligence, performance scorecards, QBRs, and corrective action plans; support rapid supplier onboarding. Renewals & Demand Management: Rationalize licenses, right-size entitlements, and avoid shelf-ware; optimize term lengths, uplift caps, and renewals calendars. Stakeholder Partnership: Translate business needs into sourcing plans; facilitate decision meetings; provide clear market intel and options trade-offs. Data & Tools: Maintain sourcing pipeline, dashboards, and contract repositories; ensure clean data for audit and reporting. Required Qualifications 3+ years of IT sourcing/ Professional services sourcing experience with demonstrated category management ownership. Proven success running competitive events and negotiating complex IT agreements (SaaS, cloud/IaaS, software licenses, managed services, hardware). Strong command of contract constructs (MSA/SOW, SLAs/service credits, termination, indemnities, liability caps, audit, data privacy/security, IP). Comfort with supplier risk and compliance reviews in partnership with Legal/InfoSec/Privacy. Data-driven: pricing analysis, TCO, scenario modeling, and savings/benefits tracking. This is a remote position.