Procurement Manager

Job Summary: The Procurement & Assets Manager plays a key strategic role in overseeing procurement operations, asset and fleet management, and supporting company-wide purchasing and logistics needs. This position is responsible for managing the procurement lifecycle—including vendor relationships, contract negotiations, construction project support, and data-driven decision-making—while also guiding a high-performing team. In partnership with Project Managers, this role supports construction kickoff planning, implements procurement systems, and promotes diverse, cost-effective sourcing strategies. The manager also represents the company in public networking and presentations, cultivating strategic supplier and industry relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the procurement team by providing clear guidance, training, and performance management to ensure operational excellence and continuous growth.
• Oversee all purchasing activities for internal operations and construction projects, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality procurement of materials, equipment, and services.
• Partner with Project Managers during construction kickoff meetings to forecast needs, align procurement plans, and proactively support project timelines.
• Manage company assets and fleet, including inventory tracking, usage monitoring, maintenance scheduling, and cost optimization.
• Build strategic vendor relationships through effective negotiation, contract oversight, and performance evaluation, ensuring value and reliability across the supply chain.
• Leverage data and analytics to monitor procurement metrics, identify trends, control costs, and inform strategic sourcing decisions.
• Champion supplier diversity and represent the company in public and industry-facing settings to strengthen vendor networks and promote inclusive procurement practices.
• Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, legal, and contractual obligations, including documentation for audits and public access.
• Drive continuous improvement by researching market trends, introducing innovative procurement tools, and refining systems and processes.
• Attend meetings, conferences, and site visits as needed to support organizational goals and foster professional partnerships. Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in construction procurement and/or asset management.
• 3+ years in a leadership role managing cross-functional or procurement teams.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Excel required.
• Experience with Viewpoint and data analytics platforms is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work across departments, multitask, and manage time-sensitive priorities.