Procurement Manager

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for. Job Description: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Procurement Manager in Boise ID. As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for assisting our client with the development of the procurement strategy. This position comes with a great benefits package, and is a long term position. Responsibilities: Participation in community engagement via Industry Days, quarterly meetings with other communities, responding to ad hoc meeting requests to support overall socioeconomic drivers from a procurement perspective Manage the Procurement Plan and associated schedule including addressing Notices of Concern and timing of work package releases Oversee development of cradle to grave work packages, according to workflow activities, to Subcontract Award Recommendation (SAR) concurrence stage Responsibility for contract formation including potential supply arrangements, standing offers, subcontracts, purchase orders etc. Interface with the govt of Canada at regular meetings as well as attending multiple in person meetings across Canada each fiscal year Responsibility for continuous improvement to the procurement process Monitor lessons learned to hone documentation and workflows to better align with market conditions Assist the procurement staff in administering agreements and support them in dispute resolution where necessary Provide weekly and monthly procurement tracking to the Reporting Manager Conduct closeout processes Present strategic plan for the assigned categories and report status Build consensus on assigned category strategic plan and refine (if required) Provide input on procurement initiatives. Assist Category Director in building integrated strategic plan Interface with Customers, Procurement Business Partners, and Suppliers on Category Strategies Ensure customer category requirements are met Communicate strategic sourcing goals, category management plans, initiatives and targets to customers. Initiate and sustain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders Collaborate with Stakeholders to Deliver Strategic Solutions Develop and maintain expertise in the assigned spend categories through relationships with Category Director, Category Supplier Managers, and Global Supplier Managers Implement processes to monitor stakeholder satisfaction with key suppliers Drive customer-centric approach to solving issues and representing Procurement Required Skills: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Economics (or related field) and typically 10 years of related work experience, including some experience in a lead capacity. Broad experience in a variety of procurement assignments, proven leadership capability, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required. A demonstrated proficiency in utilizing DMCS (or similar material control system) is also required. Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Not Applicable/None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities. Salary Range: $92,200.00 - $161,400.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ . We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. 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