Supply Chain​/Procurement Manager

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to support strategic sourcing and vendor engagement efforts for a long-term contract opportunity in Washington, District of Columbia. This role focuses on managing procurement activity from initial request through purchase order completion while helping secure favorable commercial terms with external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong contract negotiation experience, sound judgment in supplier management, and the ability to oversee several active procurement initiatives at the same time.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of supplier agreements to achieve competitive pricing and balanced contractual terms.
• Prepare and negotiate non-disclosure agreements with outside organizations while ensuring appropriate protections are in place.
• Direct procurement activities related to IT and AI products and services, maintaining alignment with business needs and purchasing standards.
• Oversee multiple simultaneous purchasing workflows from requisition setup through purchase order issuance for supported teams and departments.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements, track procurement progress, and resolve issues that may affect timelines or delivery.
• Manage vendor relationships throughout the sourcing and contracting lifecycle to promote responsiveness, compliance, and value.
• Support procurement operations using tools such as Workday Financials for purchasing and strategic sourcing activities.
• Utilize contract management platforms such as Link Squares to assist with agreement tracking, documentation, and review processes.