Manager of Procurement & Contracts

A large $1B+ capital-intensive north Atlanta-based company is looking for its first Manager of Procurement & Contracts . This is a hands-on , ground-up foundational position that will be responsible for designing and implementing a centralized procurement function and developing and leading procurement strategies, and coordinating the procurement activities with all departments across the organization, and ensuring appropriate procurement practices and processes are used to achieve compliance with company’s procurement policy. Ability to determine and hire the right (and amount of) staff to fulfill the company’s procurement policy mandates. With the opportunity to advance to Director , this position will have the ability to work remotely 1 day/week. Financial assistance for relocation will be considered . Compensation includes salary + discretionary bonus. Outstanding company benefits .

Candidate Qualifications Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in a hands-on procurement management role that involves CapEx
• Extensive experience in procurement strategy , processes, procurement policy and procedures, deep understanding of contracts, compliance with Federal, State and Local laws and Regulations
• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s or MBA in related field preferred
• Procurement licenses or certifications
• Utility (i.e., power, water, etc.), manufacturing, construction or other related industries experience is prioritized
• Extensive experience in procurement strategy , processes, procurement policy and procedures, deep understanding of contracts, compliance with Federal, State and Local laws and Regulations
• Experience negotiating contracts with suppliers and contractors
• Proficient with applying advanced analytical methods (e.g., KPIs) to monitor and manage performance
• Ability to work with management and staff at all levels in the organization
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools

Areas of Responsibility/Accountability include:

• Procurement management
• Compliance monitoring
• Vendor negotiations and management
• Contract negotiations and management
• Quality control
• Process optimization

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