Director of Procurement - Rula

About Rula

We believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. We recognize that mental health issues can be complex and multifaceted, and we are dedicated to treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.

We aim to create a world where mental health is no longer stigmatized or marginalized, but rather is embraced as an integral part of one's overall well-being. By providing quality care that is both evidence-based and compassionate, we empower individuals to take charge of their mental health and achieve their full potential.

Rula is a remote-first company. We currently hire in most U.S. states, with the exception of Hawaii.

About the Role

As our Procurement Director, you will be the senior procurement leader for the company, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer. You will own how Rula buys, from the first intake request to the final contract renewal, leading strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating complex vendor contracts that deliver fair pricing, clear terms, and strong service levels.

You will also take ownership of our Zip procurement platform, improving intake routing, approval speed, and the experience for the teams who use it, while staying on top of new tools and using AI and automation to make procurement faster and easier. Financial transparency is central to the role: you will analyze spend, build financial models, and partner closely with Finance so purchasing decisions align with budget. You will create a proactive renewal tracking system and maintain a complete, auditable record of vendor commitments, so no contract auto-renews or lapses by surprise.

You will work closely with colleagues across Legal, Privacy, AI, Security, and Finance to support business needs while maintaining legal and financial standards.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, including at least 7 years dedicated to strategic sourcing, with a demonstrated track record of both hands-on sourcing execution and leading/managing procurement teams.
• Contract Negotiation & Sourcing: Proven track record of drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts to deliver fair terms, value, and risk mitigation.
• Financial Analysis & Budgeting: Strong background in spend analysis, financial modeling, and aligning purchasing decisions with company budget requirements. Highly analytical approach to assessing procurement needs, evaluating supplier performance, and generating data-driven recommendations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong partnership skills with a track record of understanding core business needs and aligning with Legal, Privacy, AI, Security, and Finance teams.
• Governance & Renewal Management: Practical understanding of legal and regulatory requirements, along with experience creating clear, auditable tracking systems for contract renewals and obligations.
• Project & Priority Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent sourcing projects, vendor reviews, and deadlines effectively.
• Adaptability: Ability to create clarity, structure, and priorities in dynamic or rapidly changing environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using or optimizing the Zip procurement intake platform.
• Prior experience working within the healthcare or health-tech industry.
• Scaling Systems & Processes: Experience evolving operational systems and purchasing workflows from transactional setups into scalable, enterprise-grade capabilities.
• Enterprise Alignment: Demonstrated ability to connect procurement initiatives directly to broader organizational goals, multi-year business strategies, and financial models.
• Change Leadership: Experience driving user adoption for new processes or platforms across teams with varying technical or procurement familiarity.

Benefits & Perks

• 100% Remote Work Environment: Flexible working hours to support healthy work-life balance (US-based, excluding Hawaii).
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA/HSA coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan access.
• Generous Time Off: Flexible PTO policies, including 2 company-wide shutdown weeks each year.
• Paid Parental Leave: Inclusive leave for birthing, non-birthing, adopting, and fostering parents.
• Mental & Physical Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and $50/month wellness stipend.
• Home Office Support: Initial new-hire home office stipend and $50/month stipend for internet/phone expenses.
• Team Stipends & ERGs: Quarterly department stipends for team gatherings and active Employee Resource Groups.