Procurement Manager

Company: Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE)

Location: Los Angeles

Closing Date: 07/11/2024

Salary: £150 - £200 Per Annum

Hours: Full Time

Type: Permanent

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Job Requirements / Description

Compensation: $85,000 to $132,812.50 annual plus excellent benefits
Position status: Full-time, Exempt

*** This position is on-site at our DTLA HQ office and traveling will be required as needed***

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

PACE is a local community nonprofit organization founded in 1976 to provide job training and placement services for the Asian Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles. PACE has since expanded into a variety of service areas, all tailored to meet the growing and changing needs of the multi-ethnic communities in Los Angeles County. PACE serves more than 40,000 people each year with our wide scope of services with approximately 350+ staff.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

PACE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PACE BDC) promotes the growth and economic expansion of diverse Los Angeles communities through business consultation services and financial literacy training. The Procurement Team assists small businesses with securing contracts from government agencies and private sector companies.

POSITION SUMMARY

PACE is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Procurement Manager with experience in government and/or private sector procurement. This position will act as a coach to small businesses needing assistance with winning contracts.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Oversee day-to-day procurement program activities and exceed procurement program performance outcomes & requirements.
Provide staff training in procurement to build department capacity.
Provide regular reporting to senior management on metrics and KPIs.
Lead outreach efforts to businesses about government contracting opportunities.
Help businesses navigate the process of finding, bidding, and performing on contracts.
Guide businesses through assessing their capacity for contracting.
Assist businesses with government registrations and certifications.
Coordinate workshops and events that increase knowledge of contracting.
Attend outreach events to ensure awareness of procurement services.
Review and disseminate bid opportunities to clients.
Develop and maintain relationships with government agencies and prime contractors.
Meet or exceed program goals for counseling sessions and events.
Complete relevant training courses and attend events.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS:

Minimum Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Contract Management or related field or equivalent work experience.
At least five years of progressive work experience in procurement with a strong knowledge of contracting principles.
High personal integrity and ethics.
Excellent organizational and management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
Strong computer skills for researching government markets.
Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work well within a team environment.
Traveling will be required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Experience providing procurement assistance to small businesses.
Experience working for a business that bids on government contracts.
Experience in purchasing and contract negotiations.
Experience in government contracting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must pass employment verification/reference check.
Must have reliable transportation.
COVID vaccination required.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must apply on our website by completing the online application and uploading a resume.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $132,812.50 per year

Benefits: