Procurement Manager

The Procurement Manager oversees company-wide procurement and corporate operations for a growing engineering firm of approximately 450 employees. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational purchasing functions that support employees across the organization. The Procurement Manager supervises a small team, manages key vendor relationships, and ensures efficient and cost-effective procurement practices.

Procurement Management

• Lead company-wide procurement and purchasing activities while supervising a team of 2–3 employees.
• Develop and improve procurement procedures, purchasing workflows, and inventory controls.
• Standardize purchasing practices to improve efficiency, consistency, and cost control.
• Support internal offices and departments by delivering responsive procurement services and timely purchasing solutions that meet business needs.

Operational Procurement and Business Services

• Manage the company E-Store, including vendor coordination, product management, pricing, inventory, employee vouchers, and order fulfillment.
• Manage the company’s corporate travel program (Navan), including travel policies, employee communications, compliance monitoring, and spend analysis.
• Manage the Enterprise Fleet program, including vehicle procurement, replacements, disposals, maintenance coordination, fuel management (WEX), vehicle signage, specialized equipment, and fleet-related vendor relationships.
• Oversee procurement, inventory management, and replacement schedules for personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety supplies to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Oversee administration of the company’s credit card program, including account management, card issuance, policy compliance, and employee support.
• Oversee procurement of office supplies, furniture, equipment, software subscriptions, shipping services, office refreshments, catering, and event-related purchases.
• Promote the use of preferred vendors and purchasing channels to ensure consistent purchasing practices.
• Develop and manage office and departmental budgets, monitor spending, and prepare purchasing forecasts.
• Analyze spending across procurement, travel, fleet, and corporate operations.
• Monitor procurement metrics, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and provide reporting to leadership.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with preferred vendors and suppliers.
• Evaluate new vendors and sourcing opportunities that support company standards and operational requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements to maximize value and control costs.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Five or more years of procurement, purchasing, or operations management experience.
• Experience developing and managing budgets, forecasting expenses, and negotiating contracts.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, analytical, financial reporting, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting engineering, architecture, or professional services firms.
• Experience with corporate travel programs, fleet management, or e‑procurement platforms.
• Supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and PPE requirements.

• KCA is a 50-year-old industry leader with 400+ employees in 12 design offices in 4 states
• Voted Best Places to Work and a Top Family Friendly Workplace
• Career development and advancement potential
• Great benefits package – medical, dental, life, disability, and 401(k) matching
• Terrific company culture that values well-being, rewards hard work and supports a balanced approach to life and work.

We offer a competitive salary…