Procurement Category Manager

Summary

Procurement Category Manager (Contract). This contract role provides services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage the mechanical category within data-center equipment operations, developing supplier relationships, defining strategic procurement approaches, establishing competitive pricing structures, and allocating equipment for large-scale data-center construction projects.

The role requires balancing cost optimization with quality assurance and ensuring timely delivery of critical components. The candidate will review and optimize supplier performance based on price, quality, service, and availability, while approving purchase orders and soliciting competitive bid proposals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve procurement challenges and ensure contract compliance.

• Review and optimize supplier relationships based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, and other relevant factors
• Approve purchases ensuring the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts
• Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services
• Provide guidance to staff on resolving problems related to undelivered goods
• Lead negotiations, renegotiations, and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors, and representatives
• Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and determine need for changes
• Align with suppliers on new data-center designs and finalize design requirements
• Establish pricing structures to enable purchase order awards for upcoming builds

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field required
• Procurement category management expertise
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Advanced negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals, and technical data
• Proficiency with standard business software applications
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing
• Understanding of supply chain management principles
• Ability to accurately document and record information
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Location:
  
  Remote
• Duration: 5 months
• Pay Range: $21 - $24 per hour
• Weekly
  
  Schedule:
  
  40 hours
• Job Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Final date to receive applications:
  Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave)

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please email accommodati for other accommodation options.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us. Individual compensation offered for this position within the stated range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.