Sourcing Procurement Manager
Pivotal Talent Search - Hayward, CA
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We're hiring a Sourcing & Contracts Manager to lead end-to-end procurement and contract management, from RFPs and vendor selection to negotiation and contract administration. You'll own key purchasing documents (SOWs, Work Orders, Change Orders, and service agreements) and be a go-to advisor for internal teams.What You'll Do:Draft, negotiate, and manage SOWs, Work Orders, Change Orders, and service agreementsLead the full procurement cycle: solicitation, vendor evaluation, negotiation, and executionEnsure compliance with internal policies, regulations, and public agency best practicesPartner with internal stakeholders and legal to define scopes, structure commercial terms, and manage riskOversee contract amendments, renewals, and vendor performanceSupervise and develop 1-2 procurement/administrative staffImprove procurement processes, templates, and guidance materialsMaintain complete and accurate contract and procurement records and support auditsRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)7+ years' experience drafting and negotiating purchasing/contracting documentsHands-on experience with SOWs, Work Orders, and Change OrdersExperience working with internal stakeholders and legal counsel on procurementPrior supervisory experience or leadership of cross-functional procurement effortsBackground in a public agency, utility, energy, or other regulated environment is a plusStrong knowledge of procurement/contracting practices and commercial negotiationsExcellent project management, communication, and organizational skillsProven ability to manage multiple procurements and maintain high attention to detailPreferred qualificationsExperience with public sector procurement rules and policiesExperience with energy, consulting, or technical services contractsProfessional certifications (e.g., CPPB, CPPO, CPSM)
Created: 2026-05-08