Procurement Manager

The Procurement Manager supports procurement operations across the companys multifamily portfolio with a focus on vendor management pricing analysis purchasing efficiency and cost control. This individual contributor role is responsible for developing and maintaining vendor relationships negotiating pricing and terms monitoring pricing consistency and identifying opportunities to improve procurement processes.

Working closely with Operations Finance and other internal stakeholders the Procurement Manager helps ensure purchasing activities align with business needs budget expectations service standards and internal workflows. This role also analyzes vendor pricing purchasing trends and procurement data to identify discrepancies process gaps and cost-saving opportunities while supporting vendor accountability and consistent procurement practices across the organization.

We Are Valiant

With over 37 years of experience Valiant Residential is a next-generation property management leader uniquely attuned to the needs of property owners and residents. We are driven by a Valiant Spiritbold innovative and committed to excellencefostering prosperous partnerships and long-term success. Our team thrives on collaboration integrity and strategic thinking making a meaningful impact in the industry.

Why Work at Valiant

At Valiant Residential we dont just offer jobswe build careers. Consistently ranked as a Top Place to Work we are a leader in the property management industry driven by bold innovative professionals who make an impact.

We believe in rewarding great work with competitive total compensation and time off with comprehensive benefits including free health insurance options and 401(k) matching. Growth isnt just encouragedits expected. With career development opportunities a collaborative culture and a commitment to innovation we empower our employees to thrive.

What Youll Be Doing

• Strong knowledge of procurement purchasing strategic sourcing and vendor-management principles.
• Knowledge of competitive bidding vendor evaluation contract renewal and supplier-performance practices.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret pricing spending purchasing and vendor-performance data.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to balance financial operational service and relationship considerations.
• Ability to identify pricing discrepancies unfavorable trends cost-saving opportunities and process inefficiencies.
• Ability to compare vendor proposals pricing structures service levels and commercial terms.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing invoices pricing schedules proposals agreements and procurement documentation.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish productive working relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Sound judgment and the ability to develop recommendations based on data business needs and financial impact.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn and effectively use procurement accounting property-management and enterprise systems.

Education

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Management Finance Operations or a related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.

Experience

• Three to five years of experience in procurement purchasing strategic sourcing vendor management pricing analysis or a related field.
• Experience analyzing vendor pricing purchasing activity spending patterns and cost trends.
• Experience negotiating pricing service terms and commercial agreements with vendors.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and addressing pricing billing service or performance concerns.
• Experience supporting competitive bidding vendor selection contract renewal or sourcing processes.
• Experience identifying and implementing procurement or purchasing process improvements.
• Experience in multifamily property management real estate facilities management or a related industry preferred.

Other Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel including the ability to organize compare and analyze pricing and purchasing data.
• Experience with procurement accounting property-management or enterprise resource planning systems preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential and commercially sensitive vendor and pricing information appropriately.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and vendor relationships in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel less than 5% to company properties vendor locations or industry events as needed.
• In-office presence required.

If you have a Valiant Spiritbold driven and ready to make an impactwe want you on our team.

Third-Party Submissions & Staffing Agencies

Valiant Residential does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters for any posted positions. Any unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Valiant Residential and no placement fees will be paid. All official recruiting communications from Valiant Residential will come from an @ email address. If you receive outreach from a different email domain claiming to represent us please verify the legitimacy of the communication before responding.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation Statement

Valiant Residential is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions participate in the hiring process and enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.

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