PROCUREMENT MANAGER

Melwood•Upper Marlboro, MD

13d•$80,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Manager manages and supervises the Procurement Department and a small support team. The role supports the Contract Administration Team and Procurement departments by maintaining procurement databases and systems, product cataloging and pricing, and recordkeeping. The Procurement Manager develops and assigns department workflows and liaises with Operations and Finance regarding mandatory sourcing, accounts payable, and sustainable procurement requirements. Accounts Payable tasks include data entry for invoices and credit card purchases. The role sources products and equipment, assists with competitive pricing analysis, prepares price lists and reports, and helps identify and vet subcontractors, including preparing and analyzing RFQs and bid responses.

Requirements

At least 5 years of combined experience in procurement, accounting, finance, contracts, business, or a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
High attention to detail for data entry, updating, and managing the Unanet procurement system.
Ability to work five days per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional nights and weekends.
Ability to work in the office at least three days per week.
Knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing, developing RFQs, pricing analysis, vendor selection, database management, accounts payable processes, reporting, and compliance with government contracting regulations.
Excellent time management, attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Valid driver's license.
Leadership and team management skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise the Procurement Department and a small support team.
Support the Contract Administration Team and Procurement departments by maintaining procurement databases and systems, product cataloging and pricing, and records.
Develop and assign department workflows and coordinate with Operations and Finance on mandatory sourcing, accounts payable, and sustainable procurement requirements.
Perform accounts payable data entry for invoices and credit card purchases.
Source products and equipment; assist with competitive pricing analysis; prepare price lists and reports.
Help identify and vet subcontractors, including preparing and analyzing RFQs and bid responses.
Review and execute authorized purchases from established vendors, using purchase orders, P-cards, or other methods.
Research new products that meet departmental requirements cost-effectively and on time, while exceeding internal customer expectations.
Maintain accurate procurement databases in Unanet, including products, SKUs, vendors, and pricing; generate purchase requisitions and place supply and equipment orders accurately and efficiently.
Coordinate with Operations/Program Management, Contracting, Finance, and Subcontracting on contract management, procurement, pricing, subcontracting, and reporting requirements.
Conduct data searches and price evaluations, including RFQs, competitive bids, and bid analysis.
Complete pricing and reporting requirements for NIB, Green Product Purchasing, and other compliance requirements.
Reconcile vendor product availability and delivery discrepancies and initiate purchases from alternative vendors when needed.
Resolve concerns about defective or unacceptable goods and services with users, vendors, and others.
Ensure purchased goods and services comply with regulatory requirements.
Receive and validate product and equipment deliveries to the Melwood CTC Building and notify the responsible party for pickup.
Coordinate with Finance and Fleet Management to process vehicle purchases.