Procurement Manager

Job Description
MUST BE A US CITIZEN (Please do not apply if you are not)
Company Introduction
At BlackSea Technologies, we don't just innovate; we revolutionize.
We are a close-knit team of creative and innovative thinkers specializing in full lifecycle development of cutting-edge maritime technology. At BlackSea, you won't just find a job; you'll find a community of experts who aspire to solve diverse and complex challenges. Be part of a company where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real impact. Together, we are not just sailing; we are charting a course to push boundaries of what's possible.
Salary Range
$120,000-$150,000
Position Responsibilities

• Lead the Procurement Staff for BlackSea.
• Act as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier-related activities and the authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements
• Manage Procurement Team in their performance of activities related to the acquisition of goods and services in support of company operations, supplier assessment and performance improvement, management and improvement of supply chain management and processes and supplier diversity.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.
• Ensures compliance with MAPC Procurement Manual to meet CPSR requirements
• Teach and mentor Procurement team to MAPC Procurement requirements
• Set workload priorities for the Procurement team
• Manage, develop and motivate team members
  

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience within Supplier Management, Supply Chain, and/or Procurement practices and processes
• 3+ years of experience establishing relationships and maintaining strong on-going communication with customers, suppliers and/or vendors
• Experience leading a team or program preferred but not required
• Experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services
• Had to have led a Procurement team through at least one successful CPSR audit by DCMA preferred, but not required
  

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• More than 5 years of experience working in a CPSR compliant environment
• Strong supplier negotiation skills
• More than 1 year of experience in proposal development and contract negotiations with U.S. Government Customers.
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing projects that involved cross-functional or cross-business unit teams.
• 3+ years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance
  

Typical Education/Experience
Education/experience typically acquired through business and financial education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience