Procurement Manager

Second-61: We are Vigilant Defenders. Our foundation is built upon patriotism, protecting what matters most. We honor each other, our community, our country, and our customers through exceptional services as their front-line defenders.

Position Description: Procurement Manager – Contingent Pipeline Opportunity – We’re building a talent pipeline for upcoming U.S. Government defense IT and analytics support roles. Opportunities are contingent upon task order awards and funding under existing contracts.

Location: Doral, FL

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full procurement lifecycle from planning through contract closeout
• Develop and execute acquisition strategies aligned with program needs
• Conduct market research to identify qualified vendors and sourcing options
• Lead vendor negotiations to secure favorable pricing and terms
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements
• Perform cost analysis and support budgeting decisions
• Coordinate with internal teams to align procurement with project timelines
• Maintain procurement documentation and support audit readiness
• Monitor vendor performance and manage supplier relationships
• Ensure procurement activities meet federal compliance and reporting standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
  OR 5 (five) years of equivalent experience in procurement management
• Experience managing procurement activities in a federal or DoD environment
• Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations
• Experience with contract management and vendor negotiations
• Experience conducting market research and cost analysis
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and compliance audits
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience supporting complex or multi vendor programs 
• Experience aligning procurement strategies with cost and performance goals
• Experience working with supply chain logistics in a regulated environment
• Experience supporting audit readiness and procurement reporting

Certifications:

• Required: None
• Preferred: Certified Federal Contracts Manager CFCM, Certified Professional in Supply Management CPSM

Clearance Requirement:

• Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to pass a standard background check and drug screening.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.