Implementation Associate

About SpendHQSpendHQ empowers procurement leaders at complex organizations to make important decisions with confidence by providing a single source of truth for spend data, project tracking, and performance management. By integrating the full procurement workflow – from reliable spend and supplier data in Spend Intelligence to real-time project tracking in Performance Management – teams can easily execute strategy and deliver on their goals related to cost savings, ESG, risk reduction, compliance, and more. Over 400 global organizations rely on SpendHQ’s platform for visibility, workflow organization, and out-of-the-box reporting capabilities needed to accelerate procurement’s impact – all in one intuitive interface.The SpendHQ SaaS platform has been on the market for over 10 years. Our clients are recognized as market leaders from both mid-size organizations and large, multinational corporations. There are 20,000+ SpendHQ users across 400+ global clients.We proudly have over 115 team members in 10 countries with headquarters in both Atlanta, GA and Lyon, France. But we are not stopping here. SpendHQ is taking on new challenges, and we look forward to continuing to grow the company and team.Role OverviewAt SpendHQ, Implementation Associates play a critical role in driving successful client onboarding and long-term value realization within the SpendHQ platform. This role combines project execution, client engagement, and data-driven problem solving to help organizations transform their procurement and spend analytics capabilities.You will partner closely with clients and internal teams to deliver implementation projects, translate business requirements into scalable solutions, and ensure clients achieve measurable outcomes. This is an ideal role for early-career professionals looking to build expertise in consulting, SaaS delivery, and procurement analytics. Associates are emerging leaders with 1-3 years of client-facing experience.Key Responsibilities Support Implementation Managers in the delivery of client implementation projects Assist in managing project plans, timelines, and deliverables across engagements Execute assigned project tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Help track progress, identify risks, and escalate issues as needed Develop and build relationships with clients through active communication, alignment in expectations, and consistent management of their implementation. Collaborate with Data & Analytics, Customer Success, and Product teams to efficiently execute on client projects. Work with clients to identify, document, and interpret key business requirements. Assist in developing and executing upon project strategies and project plans. Manage workflows and project plans, coordinate communications across teams, handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.Learn and understand client workshops with key stakeholders and client executives. Develop working knowledge of the SpendHQ platform and implementation processes.Build foundational understanding of procurement and spend analytics best practices.Continuously learn from project experience and feedback to grow consulting capabilities.What skills and experience should you have? B.S. in Business, Engineering, or a related field with strong GPA and/or Management Consulting experience 1-3 years of consulting, project management, or relevant procurement experience Developed verbal and written communication skills. Communication planning within and outside project team. Organization and prioritization to manage multiple workstreams and shifting priorities. Understands standard SpendHQ category taxonomy. Actively building knowledge of best practices for SI/PM configurations. Ability to work with analytical tools and reports to provide insights into client datasets. Comfort and adaptability within an entrepreneurial, performance-driven environment. Collaboration skills to support partnering with cross-functional teams. Why should you join us? To join a successful Procuretech scale-up company, global leader in Spend Intelligence and Performance Management during a time of fast growth To be part of a passionate and collaborative team with strong team values To be empowered to be bold, to take initiative and to grow into your role – the development of your knowledge and skills will always be encouraged Autonomy and ownership in a high-growth, global SaaS company At SpendHQ, we are: Stronger Together – Everyone plays an important role at SpendHQ. We deliver more success through shared goals and mutual support. We work diligently to break down silos and collaborate.People Focused – We care about those we work with and those we serve. We strive for strong results, but not at the expense of people.Our Best Every Day – We act with authenticity, integrity, dependability and empathy. We are transparent with clients and each other. We foster an environment full of humble, fun go-getters who approach every day as an opportunity to be their best.Customer Obsessed – Our customers are the reason for our success. We work hard to provide solutions that make their lives easier and help them achieve extraordinary things.Bold in Action – We believe in taking daring moves. We do everything with enthusiasm because we know our work is meaningful.What else do you need to know?  The role reports to our Head of Delivery based in Atlanta and collaborates closely with remote teams as well as our team in Lyon- France. We offer flexibility with a hybrid work schedule at our U.S. headquarters in Atlanta.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected status. If you do not meet every requirement but believe you would be a great fit, we encourage you to apply! Important notice: All legitimate SpendHQ recruiting communications come only from email addresses ending in @spendhq.com and relate to roles posted on www.spendhq.com/careers/