Manager, Procurement - Goods & Services

• You will provide leadership, mentoring, and subject matter expertise on contract terms and conditions, pricing strategies, negotiations, material weaknesses, and ethics compliance.
• You will ensure the proper use of solicitation and contracting vehicles, manage documentation and records, align stakeholder expectations, and oversee workload planning.
• You will analyze legislative gaps and contribute to policy development.
• You will foster an inclusive, high-performing team culture through collaboration, cross-training, accountability, and performance management.
• You will conduct risk analyses, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans that address commercial, budgetary, and operational risks.
• You will monitor and interpret legal and regulatory changes, ensuring procurement programs, policies, and reporting remain compliant and up to date.
• You will stay current on federal and state legislation to identify industry trends and proactively adjust procurement practices.
• You will lead complex negotiations with external stakeholders, including government agencies and nonprofits, to develop innovative and strategic agreements.

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of procurement, grants and/or contract experience, to include two (2) years of supervisory/lead/mentor experience including leading a project or process.
• Desired – We hope you have a professional certification from the National Institute of Government Procurement (NIGP).
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Expert – You bring deep expertise in procurement, contract law, and regulatory compliance at the federal, state, and local levels. You also have a solid background in finance, internal controls, and performance management, including experience with CPI methodologies like Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen.
• Efficient Communicator – You are a persuasive communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. You effectively influence stakeholders and draft clear policies, legislation, and technical documents for diverse audiences.
• Analytical Problem-Solver – You have advanced skills in interpreting complex laws and regulations to support strategic decisions. Your expertise includes drafting legal documents and analyzing procurement data to drive improvements and support negotiations.
• Organized Leader – You excel in managing time, processes, and cross-functional teams to deliver results. Your leadership fosters collaboration, trust, and inclusion, aligning teams with broader organizational goals.

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