Overview: The Procurement Manager will be responsible for the management, administration, and supervision of the Port Authority’s purchasing program. This role demands strategic thinking, strong negotiation skills, and an understanding of market dynamics to optimize procurement strategies and drive cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

Leads the procurement team by developing and implementing procurement strategies, goals, and objectives.
Oversees the procurement process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining quality standards.
Manages vendor relationships, negotiates contracts, oversees supplier relations, and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
Communicates regularly with management regarding the efficient flow of goods and services, cost analysis, and sets benchmarks for improvement.
Leads and mentors the procurement team and provides guidance and support to achieve departmental goals.
Assists in the hiring and training of purchasing staff members to carry out purchasing tasks.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree; preferably in Business or Supply Chain Management.
Prior work in procurement, supply chain management, or purchasing; preferably 5+ years.
Demonstrated leadership experience.
Excellent analytical skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) is a plus.

Consideration will be given to those individuals who provide the required information, including applicable training and experience on their application. If the application is not complete, the applicant will not be considered. The Alabama State Port Authority (ASPA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affirms its commitment to treat all applicants for employment and employees equally without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veterans’ status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other class prohibited by local, state or federal law.

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