Director, Procurement Management

About CGC CGC is a nonprofit investment firm that finances and originates clean energy, water, and resilient infrastructure projects to accelerate clean air, clean water, and affordable energy for communities across America. We collaborate with the public and private sectors to bridge financing gaps and mobilize private capital into projects that deliver measurable economic and environmental impact at scale. Every dollar we invest is structured to multiply, generating durable returns for people, markets, and the environment. Over the past decade, CGC has demonstrated the power of public-private investment by helping catalyze economic accelerators nationwide and mobilizing billions of dollars toward affordable clean energy and resilient infrastructure. Our model fills market gaps, unlocks private capital, and proves that economic growth and environmental progress can advance together. A Career at CGC A career at the CGC is grounded in impact. Our six core values guide how we invest and how we work together. Innovation drives creative solutions and continuous improvement. Mission-Driven Focus keeps long-term impact at the center of every decision. Partnership shapes how we mobilize capital and build trust-based relationships. Accountability defines our stewardship and commitment to results. Collaboration strengthens cross-functional teamwork and shared responsibility. Transparency ensures open communication and integrity in how we operate. Our culture is fast-paced, rigorous, and purpose-driven. If you are motivated by solving complex challenges, building new markets, and delivering measurable impact within a collaborative team, CGC offers a platform to do that work with purpose. Position Summary The Director, Procurement Management, is responsible for leading CGC's procurement management function, ensuring that procurement activities are executed efficiently, compliantly, and in alignment with organizational priorities. This role combines project management, operational leadership, and procurement oversight to support a growing, mission-driven organization operating in a federal grant-funded environment. The Director will serve as the primary owner of procurement processes and policies, guiding internal stakeholders through procurement and contracting activities from planning and scope of development through award, execution, and administration. The role requires strong organizational and cross-functional leadership skills and the ability to balance compliance requirements with practical operational needs. The Director will oversee external procurement support resources and initially participate in certain day-to-day procurement activities while building a scalable procurement function including additional internal staffing and systems that support efficient procurement operations across the organization. Reports to the VP, Finance & Operations and works closely with Legal, Finance, and Operations Leadership. Key Responsibilities Procurement Compliance & Governance - Maintain and oversee implementation of established procurement policies, procedures, and controls, ensuring procurements are conducted in compliance with organizational and audit requirements, grant obligations, and applicable regulations. Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready procurement files and documentation, ensuring compliance with federal and internal standards. Process Improvement & Systems - Identify opportunities to improve how procurement processes are executed by streamlining information collection, reducing administrative burden, improving transparency, and implementing workflow and system solutions that support internal users. Drive continuous improvements that increase efficiency and consistency while preserving compliance with established procurement requirements and approval processes. Contracts Administration & Information Management - Support effective contract administration by ensuring procurement records, contract documentation, approvals, and related information are organized, accessible, and appropriately linked throughout the procurement and contract lifecycle. Partner with Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders to support contract tracking, reporting, renewals, and the development of contract management tools and systems that reduce organizational risk and improve visibility. Strategic Procurement Advisory - Provide practical guidance to internal teams on procurement requirements, documentation standards, and decision-making throughout the procurement process, including advising on procurement approaches that best support organizational priorities, timelines, and funding requirements. Help identify procurement risks, escalation needs, and strategic considerations early in the process to support sound decision-making and successful project execution. Function Management & Team Development - Oversee external procurement support resources and ensure day-to-day procurement activities are executed effectively and consistently. Support the continued maturation of the procurement function, including assessing future staffing needs, developing operational capabilities, and helping build a scalable team structure over time. Qualifications Required Master’s degree and 6+ years of experience, including 3+ years of management responsibility 8+ years of experience in procurement, project management, operations, grant administration, contract administration, or related functions. Experience managing procurements in a federal grant-funded, nonprofit, private-sector, or similarly regulated environment. Ability to develop procurement strategies, scopes of work, and solicitation approaches that align with business needs and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, project management, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Experience improving operational processes, workflows, systems, or reporting tools. Excellent judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify risks and provide practical guidance to stakeholders. Preferred Experience managing procurements funded by federal grants within a nonprofit or private-sector organization. Familiarity with federal grant compliance requirements, including Uniform Guidance or similar funding frameworks. Experience implementing or administering procurement, contract management, workflow automation, or related operational systems. Experience supporting contract tracking, documentation management, and contract administration processes. Experience building or scaling procurement operations within a growing organization. Experience in clean energy, climate finance, financial services, infrastructure, or other mission-driven sectors. Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this role is $195,160.00 - $217,001.00. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and overall qualifications, and may vary from the stated range. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus. CGC offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a flexible hybrid work environment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. CGC does not currently sponsor employment visas and is unable to support work authorization that is time-limited or employer-restricted. CGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace and advancing equitable economic and environmental outcomes nationwide. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr CGC