Partner Procurement Lead

About the role

This role focuses on the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for Sumsub's Data and Technology partners. The successful candidate will initiate and manage processes for both new and existing partnerships, ensuring that all legal documentation, such as NDAs and MSAs, is reviewed and processed efficiently. This involves close collaboration with internal Legal and Data Protection teams to maintain smooth communication and compliance.

A core responsibility is driving commercial negotiations and securing optimal terms for agreements and renewals. This includes focusing on pricing, service level agreements, and contract conditions. The lead will also serve as a key operational link between Sumsub's internal teams and external vendors, facilitating seamless onboarding and ongoing alignment.

Success in this position means maintaining a comprehensive and organized repository of all partner-related legal, compliance, and commercial documents. The individual will take full ownership of procurement processes, demonstrating independence and proactiveness in a fast-paced B2B tech environment. This ensures that all partnerships are managed effectively from a commercial and operational standpoint.

The salary for this position ranges from $51,750 to $86,250 USD annually.

Skills that matter here

• procurement: This role requires leading all stages of the procurement process for data and technology partners.
• vendor relationship management: The position involves acting as the primary operational bridge between internal teams and external vendors.
• commercial operations: Candidates should have experience in commercial operations, including optimizing costs and evaluating vendor offerings.
• negotiations: A key part of the role is driving commercial negotiations and agreement renewals to secure favorable terms.
• legal literacy: The role requires understanding contract structures and translating business needs into legal requirements for documentation.
• English (C2 level): Fluency in English is essential for communication and stakeholder management in a global context.

Who this role suits

• Someone with a professional background in B2B tech procurement or vendor management.
• A person who is comfortable taking full ownership of processes and driving them to completion.
• An individual with strong attention to detail, especially when handling complex documentation and multiple workflows.
• A professional who excels at commercial negotiations and understands contract structures.

From the employer

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for both new and existing Data and Technology partners globally.
• Coordinate initial reviews of legal documentation (NDAs, DPAs, MSAs) and manage smooth, timely communication with internal Legal and Data Protection teams.
• Drive commercial negotiations and agreement renewals to secure optimal pricing, SLAs, and contract terms.
• Act as the primary operational bridge between internal teams and external vendors, ensuring frictionless onboarding and alignment.
• Own and maintain a centralized repository of all partner-related legal, compliance, and commercial documents, keeping everything organized and up to date.

About You

• Proven professional experience in procurement, vendor relationship management, or commercial operations within a fast-paced B2B tech environment.
• Strong commercial mindset with a track record of handling negotiations, optimizing costs, and evaluating vendor offerings.
• Excellent legal literacy — you understand contract structures, know what to look for in service agreements, and can efficiently translate business needs into legal requirements.
• Fluency in English (C2 level) with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of independence and proactiveness — you are comfortable taking full ownership of processes and driving them to the finish line.
• Sharp attention to detail when working with complex documentation and multiple parallel workflows.

Nice to have

• Prior procurement or vendor coordination experience specifically within the Fintech, RegTech, or Identity Verification industries.
• Experience working from the "buyer’s side" — evaluating and onboarding external infrastructure, software, or data providers.

What We Offer

• Remote-first, trust-based culture. Work from the place that works best for you. No mandatory office days, no attendance trackers. In some locations, offices or coworking spaces are available, but the choice is yours.
• True flexibility. No fixed 9-to-5 schedule; adjust your working hours as needed while staying productive and in sync with the team.
• Extra time off. Birthday holiday, 10 personal days per year, seven sick days without paperwork, and additional time over Christmas and New Year.
• Work that matters. Contribute to a mission of building a secure, accessible, and inclusive digital world.
• Compensation. Fair and transparent pay benchmarked to the market.
• Truly global. Work across continents and time zones with campaigns that cross borders, cultures, and languages.
• Growth built in. Clear goals, open feedback, and personal development plans with opportunities for learning and attending role-specific events.
• Team offsites. In-person gatherings a few times a year, fully covered.
• Getting you set up. Tools and hardware provided to support your work.
• Friendly by design. A human, open, and inclusive culture that values individuality and diverse perspectives.