Indirect Procurement Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton•McLean, VA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Booz Allen is seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager to support the strategy, sourcing, and management of indirect spend categories across the organization and client environments. This role will be responsible for driving through strategic sourcing, supplier management, spend analysis, contract support, and the procurement process improvement for indirect goods and services. The ideal candidate will have experience managing indirect procurement categories such as IT, telecom, software, HR, Facilities, Finance, Marketing and general corporate operations. This individual will work closely with internal stakeholders, business leaders, vendors, finance, legal, and various contract teams to optimize spending, ensure compliance, reduce risk, and improve supplier performance. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Experience working in commercial procurement or buyer roles
Experience conducting supplier evaluations, spend analysis, and cost savings initiatives
Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Experience demonstrating professionalism and composure when receiving direct feedback in a fast-paced and high-expectations environment
Knowledge of sourcing strategy, supplier management, contract support, and procurement lifecycle activities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and matrixed environment
HS diploma or GED and 6+ years of experience in procurement or buyer roles, Associate’s degree and 4+ years of experience in procurement or buyer roles, or Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in procurement or buyer roles

Nice To Haves

Experience advising on internal direct purchases
Experience managing indirect spending categories, such as IT, facilities, HR and staffing, software, marketing, or corporate services
Knowledge of supplier risk management, contract compliance, and procurement governance
Knowledge of procurement systems, such as Ivalua or similar tools
Ability to work directly with senior stakeholders
Possession of excellent organizational skills
Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Support purchase requisition, purchase order, and vendor onboarding processes as needed.
Assist in contract negotiation, ensuring the most beneficial commercial agreements with suppliers are in line with vision and strategy.
Collaborate on cross-functional projects and purchases to improve procurement operations, supplier performance, and business outcomes.
Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective procurement solutions.
Work with multiple suppliers, including identifying and sourcing authorized sources of supply and distribution channels and creating and facilitating a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP).
Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective procurement solutions.
Monitor supplier performance, service levels, pricing structures, and risk factors to support strong vendor relationships.
Ensure successful project completion by developing and planning projects or tasks, and adhering to scheduling, budgetary, quality control, risk management, and contractual obligations.
Ensure compliance with Corporate Business Principles, policies, and standards.