Senior Manager Procurement
Senior Manager Procurement
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Job Description
Overview
Knowledge Services a leading multidisciplinary organization in the software professional services and cyber security industry is seeking a Senior Manager for Procurement. This role represents a unique opportunity to become a key member of an exciting and growing organization driven by a commitment to excellence innovation and a passion for Serving Those Who Serve Others.
Reporting to the CFO the Senior Manager of Procurement is responsible for the design and implementation of procurement process and policies within the organization. This includes leading and overseeing the procurement process from initiation to award for Rampxchange a division of Knowledge Services which provides procurement guidance to support both public and private sector users in the RAMPxchange marketplace. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills a deep understanding of procurement best practices and a proven ability to grow and manage a team.
Responsibilities
Procurement Process
- Develop and implement policies procedures and workflows to effectively manage corporate procurement
- Develop vendor qualifications requirement and audit vendors as needed
- Create and maintain contract warehouse within ITSM
- Develop and implement procurement timelines to align with contract warehouse
Compliance and Risk Management
- Provide oversight that all procurement activities comply with applicable local state and/or federal regulations as well as organizational policies.
- Identify mitigate and manage risk associated with procurement activities.
Solicitation Development and Management
- Lead the preparation drafting and issuance of solicitations including Requests for Proposals (RFPs) Requests for Information (RFIs) Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and other procurement documents.
- Define clear comprehensive specifications; evaluation criteria; and scope of work in collaboration with RAMPxchange members.
- Develop and implement procurement timelines to align with RAMPxchange member goals.
Team Leadership Training and Communication
- Provide guidance and training to staff on procurement policies and best practices.
- Act as a liaison between departments.
- Work in partnership with leadership to enhance and execute the strategy to grow RAMPxchange.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management or a related field a plus.
- Relevant certification (e.g. CPM CPSM PMP) is a plus.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years in procurement purchasing contract management or a similar role preferably in government.
- Demonstrated experience managing the solicitation process and evaluating bids.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices.
- Understanding of procurement regulations (e.g. Uniform Guidance Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) statespecific law).
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Selfmotivated with the ability to work with and as a team.
Nice to Have:
- Cybersecurity and Risk Management industry knowledge or related experience
- Knowledge of cybersecurity products and services
- Medical coverage including employer match program for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- Generous 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with unlimited usage and visits and wellness program
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Companysponsored life insurance with options for additional coverage
- Short and LongTerm Disability (STD and LTD) benefits
- Pet insurance
- Maternity Paternity and Military benefits
- Baby on Board program
- Paid Time Off package
- Company Anniversary Bonus program
- Professional Development opportunities including Young Professional Series Manager Focus series Cyber Security panels and briefs and more
- A rated HQ office full of amenities including fitness center rec room coffee bars bike room caf auditorium private Mothers room and more
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