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Sourcing Procurement Manager

  2026-04-17     Pivotal Talent Search     Alameda,CA  
Description:

We're hiring a Sourcing & Contracts Manager to lead end-to-end procurement and contract management, from RFPs and vendor selection to negotiation and contract administration. You'll own key purchasing documents (SOWs, Work Orders, Change Orders, and service agreements) and bea go-to advisor for internal teams.


What You'll Do:

  • Draft, negotiate, and manage SOWs, Work Orders, Change Orders, and service agreements
  • Lead the full procurement cycle: solicitation, vendor evaluation, negotiation, and execution
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulations, and public agency best practices
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and legal to define scopes, structure commercial terms, and manage risk
  • Oversee contract amendments, renewals, and vendor performance
  • Supervise and develop 1–2 procurement/administrative staff
  • Improve procurement processes, templates, and guidance materials
  • Maintain complete and accurate contract and procurement records and support audits


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 7+ years' experience drafting and negotiating purchasing/contracting documents
  • Hands-on experience with SOWs, Work Orders, and Change Orders
  • Experience working with internal stakeholders and legal counsel on procurement
  • Prior supervisory experience or leadership of cross-functional procurement efforts
  • Background in a public agency, utility, energy, or other regulated environment is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of procurement/contracting practices and commercial negotiations
  • Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple procurements and maintain high attention to detail

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience with public sector procurement rules and policies
  • Experience with energy, consulting, or technical services contracts
  • Professional certifications (e.g., CPPB, CPPO, CPSM)


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