Operational Procurement & Project Manager (IT) - 26-03174

NavitasPartners•Harrisburg, PA

About The Position

"Navitas Partners, LLC" is seeking an experienced Operational Procurement & Project Manager to support IT procurement, contract management, and vendor implementation initiatives. This role requires a strong background in public sector procurement processes, stakeholder coordination, and project execution for technology solutions.

Requirements

Experience in IT procurement, contract management, or project management within a government or large enterprise environment.
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, RFP/RFQ development, and vendor management.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing COTS/MOTS implementations.
Familiarity with compliance, risk management, and public sector procurement standards.
PMP, ITIL, or similar certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Operational Procurement Management Lead and manage all procurement activities, including new acquisitions and contract renewals, ensuring alignment with IT policies, timelines, and budget requirements.
Collaborate with procurement leadership and legal/compliance teams to address contractual, regulatory, and risk-related considerations.
Maintain a comprehensive tracking system for renewals, procurement events, policy exceptions, and key contract milestones.
Participate in procurement planning meetings to gather requirements and ensure alignment between stakeholders and procurement teams.
Act as the primary liaison between program teams and procurement stakeholders, resolving issues and ensuring process efficiency.
Support development of solicitation documents, including RFQs, RFPs, and Statements of Work (SOWs).
Provide guidance on appropriate language to ensure clear and accurate vendor responses.
Coordinate across program teams, fiscal staff, and stakeholders to compile and finalize solicitation packages.
Perform quality reviews of solicitation documents prior to submission for publication.
Lead project management efforts for vendor implementations, including COTS and MOTS technology solutions.
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, deliverables, and communication frameworks.
Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and technical stakeholders to manage risks and resolve issues.
Monitor project progress against scope, budget, and contractual obligations; escalate issues as needed.
Provide regular status updates and documentation to support governance and decision-making.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for contract-related inquiries and compliance reviews.
Conduct initial compliance assessments to ensure vendor performance aligns with contractual and technical requirements.
Escalate complex issues to appropriate leadership for resolution.
Maintain organized records of contract deliverables, amendments, performance metrics, and issue logs to ensure audit readiness.