Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager Location: SeaTac, WA Duration: 12 Months Engagement Summary: The Procurement Operations & Process Improvement Specialist will provide dedicated leadership and execution support for procurement operations during a period of significant organizational transformation. This contractor will support the Procurement organization through driving process improvements, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence initiatives. This role is responsible for identifying opportunities, developing solutions, influencing stakeholders, and driving sustainable adoption across the business. Success requires a unique blend of procurement expertise, operational leadership, process improvement, communication, change management, and execution. The ideal candidate is highly adaptable, operates with a strong ownership mentality, and can achieve results through influence, collaboration, and credibility. The individual will partner closely with Procurement leadership, Buyers, third-party procurement support resources, Accounts Payable, business stakeholders, and Supply Chain leaders to improve procurement performance and business compliance while establishing Procurement as a trusted Center of Excellence. Primary Objectives The contractor will be accountable for delivering measurable improvements in procurement effectiveness and operational performance, including: Spend Under Purchase Order Increase Spend Under PO Identify sources of spend leakage and non-compliant purchasing activity. Develop and execute remediation strategies in partnership with Procurement and business stakeholders. Establish reporting, tracking, and governance mechanisms to sustain improvements. Match Exception Reduction Reduce invoice and purchase order match exceptions Partner with Buyers to resolve current issues while identifying root causes. Develop sustainable solutions to prevent recurring exceptions. Improve processes related to funding management, receipts, supplier invoicing, and requisition quality. Create training, documentation, and governance mechanisms that drive long-term improvement. Procurement Operating Model Optimization Define and implement clear operating boundaries between Procurement Buyers and third-party procurement support resources. Clarify ownership, workflows, escalation paths, and service expectations. Improve consistency, efficiency, and accountability across all procurement support activities. Design and implement process improvements that support scalability and operational excellence. Procurement Center of Excellence Development Lead Procurement 101 roadshows and educational sessions for business stakeholders. Develop training materials that improve understanding of procurement processes, policies, and expectations. Increase organizational compliance through education rather than enforcement. Help establish Procurement as a trusted advisor and strategic business partner. Key Responsibilities Procurement Operations Improvement Leadership Serve as the day-to-day operational lead for key procurement improvement initiatives. Identify and prioritize operational improvement opportunities. Develop and execute action plans aligned with strategic procurement objectives. Monitor performance metrics and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Escalate risks, barriers, and opportunities appropriately. Process Improvement and Governance Evaluate existing procurement workflows and identify inefficiencies. Design and implement process improvements that improve efficiency and stakeholder experience. Develop and maintain procurement standard operating procedures (SOPs). Drive process standardization across indirect procurement activities. Ensure operating models remain aligned with current and future-state business requirements. Match Exception Management Analyze exception trends and identify systemic issues. Partner directly with Buyers, Accounts Payable, and stakeholders to implement corrective actions. Develop preventive controls and operational best practices. Establish reporting and monitoring mechanisms to track performance improvements. Stakeholder Engagement and Change Leadership Build strong relationships across Procurement, Finance, Accounts Payable, and business functions. Lead meetings and working sessions independently. Influence stakeholder behaviors through effective communication and partnership. Drive adoption of new processes and operating models. Develop communication plans that clearly articulate the "why," "what," and "how" behind procurement initiatives. Training and Organizational Capability Development Develop training content, job aids, and communication materials. Deliver Procurement 101 roadshows and educational workshops. Promote procurement policy awareness and compliance. Help business stakeholders understand their role in achieving procurement outcomes. Performance Tracking and Reporting Define and track performance metrics. Develop dashboards and reporting mechanisms. Measure adoption and effectiveness of implemented solutions. Provide leadership with actionable insights and recommendations. Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of Procurement Operations, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Supply Chain, or Procurement Excellence experience. Demonstrated experience improving procurement compliance and operational performance. Experience leading process improvement initiatives. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience developing SOPs, training materials, and operational documentation. Proven ability to drive change without direct authority. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Experience in indirect procurement operations. Experience supporting procurement shared services. Procure-to-Pay and Accounts Payable process expertise. Experience improving spend compliance and match exception performance. Experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms. Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience. Consulting or transformation program experience #J-18808-Ljbffr