Lead Procurement Specialist

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About the job

Summary

As a Lead Procurement Specialist at DraftKings, you will drive procurement efficiency and supplier relationships. Responsibilities include forecasting demand, developing sourcing strategies, selecting optimal products and suppliers, negotiating contracts, maintaining supplier partnerships, and supporting diverse initiatives across various departments (Accounting, Legal, IT, Compliance). You will support Cloud, Client, Data Engineering, and IT projects, including Proof-of-Concept initiatives and IT procurement across European offices. Success requires expertise in data analysis, financial and legal principles, CRM/ERP software, and advanced negotiation skills. Knowledge of the sports betting, iGaming, or fantasy sports industries is a plus.
Must have:
  • Demand forecasting & analysis
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Contract negotiation & management
  • Sourcing strategy development
  • CRM/ERP software proficiency
  • Data analysis expertise
Good to have:
  • Sports Betting/iGaming knowledge
  • Experience with Cloud/IT procurement
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The Crown Is Yours

As a Lead Procurement Specialist, you will drive procurement efficiency and supplier relationships to ensure operational success. You’ll forecast demand, develop sourcing strategies, and select optimal products and suppliers while collaborating across departments and stakeholders. By negotiating contracts, maintaining supplier partnerships, and supporting diverse initiatives, you’ll play a key role in meeting business needs and fostering growth opportunities.

What you’ll do as a Lead Procurement Specialist

  • Forecast demand for services and products to meet business needs and align procurement with company goals.

  • Identify, evaluate, and build strong relationships with potential and existing suppliers, ensuring quality and reliability.

  • Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, monitoring progress and service quality to achieve optimal value.

  • Develop, research, and execute sourcing strategies, collaborating with internal teams such as Accounting, Legal, IT, and Compliance.

  • Support Cloud, Client, Data Engineering, and IT projects, including Proof-of-Concept initiatives and IT procurement across our offices in Europe.

What you’ll bring  

  • Expertise in gathering and analyzing data, supported by a solid understanding of economic, financial, and legal principles.

  • Experience working with CRM/ERP software to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.

  • Advanced negotiation skills, assertiveness, and initiative, combined with sound judgment and decision-making abilities.

  • Knowledge of Sports Betting, iGaming, Fantasy Sports, or Casino industries is an advantage.

  • Proficiency in English at a C2 level and strong computer literacy, ensuring effective communication and technical capability.

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We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

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