Procurement Manager

Tyonek Native Corporation•Madison, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution and management of procurement and subcontracting activities in support of program operations. This role ensures the timely acquisition of materials, equipment, and subcontracted services across both government (FAR/DFARS) and commercial programs, while balancing compliance-driven procurement with the best commercial practices for speed, cost efficiency, and supplier agility. The position focuses on execution, compliance, cost control, and schedule adherence, directly supporting program performance and EBITDA objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
7+ years of procurement experience
Demonstrated experience in BOTH: Government contracting environment (FAR/DFARS) and Commercial / private-sector procurement
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
Ability to operate effectively in both compliance-driven and fast-paced commercial environments

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as: CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager)
Experience with ERP systems such as Deltek Costpoint
Experience supporting aviation, aerospace, or defense programs

Responsibilities

Manage full lifecycle for procurement and subcontracts: Requisitions, sourcing, solicitations (RFQ/RFP), Evaluation, negotiation, and award, Administration, modifications, and closeout.
Ensure materials and subcontracted services are delivered in alignment with program schedules, technical requirements, and budget constraints.
Balance execution between FAR/DFARS-compliant acquisitions and Commercial procurement (speed and efficiency).
Prepare and issue subcontract agreements and modifications.
Ensure proper flow down of prime contract requirements (FAR/DFARS clauses, SOW, compliance requirements).
Monitor subcontractor performance (cost, schedule, technical).
Coordinate with Contracts to ensure alignment between prime contract and subcontract terms.
Maintain complete and audit-ready subcontract files.
Develop and maintain a qualified supplier and subcontractor base.
Conduct supplier/subcontractor evaluations and performance tracking.
Support negotiations for pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
Identify alternate sources and competitive options.
Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Company policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate procurement and subcontract documentation.
Support internal and external audits (DCAA, DCMA, internal reviews).
Support program teams with material status and tracking, subcontractor coordination, and risk identification and mitigation.
Provide procurement and subcontract inputs for proposals (pricing, vendor/subcontractor quotes, lead times) and program reviews and readiness activities.
Escalate issues impacting cost, schedule, or performance.
Support cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives.
Track material and subcontract costs against budgets and EACs.
Identify cost risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Identify risks including long lead materials, single/sole source suppliers, and subcontractor performance issues.
Develop mitigation plans (alternate sourcing, schedule adjustments).
Proactively escalate high-risk issues.
Supervise procurement and/or subcontract administrators.
Assign workload and manage priorities.
Ensure adherence to processes and performance expectations.