Procurement Category Manager 5

Our client is seeking a Procurement Category Manager 5 to join their team. Job Title: Procurement Category Manager 5 Location: RemotePay Range: $60.00/hr. - $66.00/hr. What's the Job? Procurement Category Manager 5/OFCI Buyer on the Long Lead Equipment (LLE) Procurement Team main responsibilities will include procuring, planning, delegating, or coordinating procurement activities across multiple construction projects in the AMER region. Activities will include tracking key milestones, procuring OFCI LLE equipment, tracking deliverables, creating change orders and managing the change order process for clean handoffs between internal teams and stakeholders. Job Responsibilities: Procurement Manage key sourcing activities for business projects, ensuring timely delivery and budgeting with appropriate risk management. Solicit and review supplier bids and provide assessments on price, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors. Drive the creation and management of change orders utilizing ERP and PBI tools for assigned suppliers/equipment categories. Act as the commercial Subject Matter Expert and prescribe the appropriate entitlement and justification for all change orders. Portfolio Management Coordinate projects, manage milestones, track project updates and project specific requirements. Instruct stakeholders on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods. Review and execute category strategy, plans, or sourcing pipeline. Confer with management, design engineers, cost managers and site execution teams to discuss project specifications and procedures. Supplier Engagement & Performance Oversee supplier performance and interface cross functionally with both internal and external partners to proactively resolve issues. Manage technical risk management of design including timelines, SLA/KPI's to ensure site timelines. Serves as contact point between suppliers and internal teams to execute complex post award alignment between suppliers and Microsoft as appropriate. Top 3 Must-Have HARD Skills & years of experience for each: Contracting 5+ years Procurement or purchasing 5+ years Proficient in excel, PowerPoint, Office 5+ years Skills: Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and manage one's time, including effective time management and organizational skills. Knowledge of construction management, procurement management, and strong project management skills. Strong analytical and decision-making skills, process development and implementation experience. Strong skill set in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc., experience in Ariba and/or supplier/contract management systems preferable. Ability to operate and execute effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and challenging deadlines. Ability to analyze price proposals and other technical data. Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field. Construction management or supply chain management experience. 7-10 years of direct experience in procurement or purchasing. Demonstrated ERP experience with SAP & Ariba. What's in it for me? Opportunity to work on impactful construction projects in a collaborative environment. Engagement with a diverse team of professionals committed to excellence. Competitive hourly pay rate aligned with your experience and skills. Potential for professional growth and development within a global organization. Supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork. Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for: Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Dental Plan Vision Plan Health Savings Account Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Business Travel Insurance 401(k), Plus Match Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! P.S: No C2C or Third PartyAbout ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

Created: 2026-03-04