Procurement Manager

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. Develop and manage a portfolio of major subcontracts and procurement activities .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeGoleta • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $118,300 - $224,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing major subcontracts and procurement activities, ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and developing strategic supplier relationships. Proficient in leading negotiations, performing risk analysis, and executing supply chain strategies to support U.S. Government contracts.

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DoD Procurement ComplianceFederal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR)Supplier ManagementNegotiation StrategiesEarned Value Management

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Hard Skills

Subcontract ManagementProcurement ActivitiesRisk AnalysisMaterial Requirements Planning (MRP)Contract NegotiationRFP GenerationSupplier Relationship DevelopmentCost Type ContractsFFP ContractsMilestone Monitoring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationLeadershipPresentation SkillsCollaborationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government-Issued Security ClearanceDoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Integrated Product Teams (IPT)Public LawsITARImport/Export RequirementsProcurement Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage a portfolio of major subcontracts and procurement activities
Participate in gate reviews and capture/proposal efforts
Facilitate relationships across organizations and suppliers
Ensure subcontracts and purchase orders comply with policies, procedures, and Federal Acquisition Regulations
Perform procurement and supplier management functions supporting U.S. Government subcontracts
Administer high-dollar FFP/Cost Type major subcontracts valued from $100K to over $50M
Develop sourcing and procurement activities from development through production and final contract closeout
Develop tactical and strategic supplier relationships
Monitor incoming material supply to support MRP and self-guided demand
Interface with Integrated Product Teams, Engineering, Production Control, Operations, Material Program Managers, and Program Office
Develop supply chain strategies and alternatives
Perform risk analysis and develop mitigation plans
Lead the supplier management team and serve as focal point for subcontractor performance
Generate RFPs and review requirements flow-down adequacy
Develop negotiation strategies and lead multifunctional negotiation teams
Negotiate price, delivery, payments, and contractual terms
Place and maintain purchase orders
Perform Earned Value Management, milestone monitoring, and completion assessments
Report directly to the Senior Manager of Procurement and Subcontracts for EWS

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience
Experience with DoD procurement/subcontract compliance with Public Laws, Policies, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR), and ITAR and import/export requirements
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1
Experience leading formal negotiations preferred
Experience supporting procurement and subcontract management teams preferred
Experience working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment preferred
Experience interfacing with internal customers and all levels of organization preferred
Experience developing and delivering presentations preferred
Active DOD or SSBI security clearance preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (eligibility dependent on position and collective-bargaining coverage)
9x80 schedule with every other Friday off