Procurement Manager

Los Angeles County, CA

Full Time

PMCM - PROGRAM/CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT- EDUCATION

Manager/Supervisor

Procurement Manager – DSA School Projects (Los Angeles County)
Location: Los Angeles County, CA

We are seeking a Senior Procurement, Contracts, and Risk Management Professional to lead procurement operations for K-14 and public works construction programs in Los Angeles County. With 20+ years of experience in end-to-end construction contract management, the Procurement Manager should bring a deep command in developing, drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts from procurement through closeout and delivery.
This position ensures an efficient, cost-effective, and compliant supply chain while fostering high-quality learning environments through excellence in procurement and vendor management. The role is highly collaborative, working across multidisciplinary teams— owners, design, construction, legal, finance, and project/document controls—to deliver high-impact contracts and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities

Lead procurement activities and ensure alignment with program strategies.
Support and implement program -wide initiatives across procurement, estimating, project management, and field teams.
Facilitate inter-division purchasing to drive cost savings and standardization.
Oversee the development and review of procurement packages with and project teams.
Review and approve Lump Sum Purchase Orders and ensure compliance with contractual terms and corporate policies.
Provide market insights including pricing trends, product innovations, and availability.
Conduct training on procurement procedures and ensure policy adherence.
Represent the procurement function in leadership and external meetings, including with DSA and other agencies.
Build and manage vendor relationships, overseeing performance, pricing, and quality metrics.
Manage complex RFP’s, bids, , and logistical requirements; evaluate and award contracts based on quality and strategic value—.
Guide stakeholders through specifications development, justifications, and non-competitive procurements.
Investigate and resolve procurement disputes, supporting timely and effective corrective action.
Monitor procurement performance and compliance with public procurement and DSA standards.
Supervise procurement staff, providing mentorship, evaluations, and professional development.
Champion process improvement, strategic sourcing, and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, or related field (equivalent experience may substitute).
12+ years of construction-related procurement and contract management experience.
Minimum 10 years of procurement experience and 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Strong expertise in public procurement, DSA requirements, and compliance with California Public Contract Codes.
Extensive experience with contracting methods including Design-Build, Hard Bid, Multiple Prime, Lease-Leaseback, and CM at Risk.
Proficiency in risk mitigation, cost controls, and navigating regulatory/legal frameworks across education and public sectors.
Strong negotiation and vendor evaluation capabilities.
Demonstrated success working with multidisciplinary project teams on large-scale capital and data center programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, data analysis abilities, and decision-making acumen.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in procurement processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing procurement for school construction or DSA-regulated projects.
Familiarity with California education and public contract codes.
Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPPO, PMP).

Compensation and Benefits
The annual salary range offered for this position is $160K-$170K. Actual pay offered will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.
We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

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