Senior Purchasing Manager

Senior Purchasing Manager

Job Category: Contracts

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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CACI is seeking a highly motived Senior Buyer and manager who will perform high level procurement management support to the C5ISR Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

Responsibilities:
• Lead, inspire, and empower the procurement team to build morale, recognize achievements, and foster a culture of appreciation and motivation.
• Enhance relationships with internal and external stakeholders, establishing trust and demonstrating the company's ability to make efficient, high-quality material purchases.
• Develop and execute a strategic vision for procurement that aligns with company objectives, while ensuring transparent communication and collaboration with all stakeholders.
• Collaborates with internal teams to anticipate and fulfill procurement needs, managing resources effectively and empowering the team to take proactive measures.
• Streamline and optimize procurement processes by implementing best practices and continuous improvement strategies, ensuring timely delivery and compliance.
• Act as a primary problem-solver for complex procurement issues, setting an example of effective decision-making and proactive solutions.
• Receives and reviews purchase requests, gathers and evaluates quotes, and seeks necessary approvals while guiding team members through complex procurement processes.
• Drives a culture of accountability, integrity, and innovation within the procurement team.
 

Qualifications:

Required:
• Active Secret Clearance with eligibility to upgrade to a TS/SCI
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) with at least 5 years of experience, or 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven leadership skills, including team management, mentorship, and guiding others through collaborative and complex projects.
• Deep understanding of federal procurement regulations and requirements, including FAR/DFARS, and the ability to ensure compliance while training others.
• Analytical mindset to evaluate supplier performance, costs, and risks, using data to inform strategic decisions and mentor team members in developing these skills.
• Proven track record of process improvement and the ability to enhance stakeholder confidence through transparent, efficient, and effective procurement strategies.
• Expert negotiation and relationship management skills to maintain strong supplier and stakeholder partnerships.
• Ability to make independent, strategic decisions and effectively manage high-pressure situations while guiding and mentoring the team.
• Demonstrated forward-thinking approach to anticipate and mitigate procurement delays, modeling proactive behavior for the team.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills to manage multiple priorities and provide clear, concise updates to all involved parties.
Desired:
• Experience with submitting IT hardware and software through Army & DoD approval processes, to include the Army Chief Information Officer (CIO) / G-6 portal.
• Experience purchasing IT items via the Computer Hardware Enterprise Software and Solutions (CHESS) process.
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Army (DA) receiving procedures and forms, to include DD 1149’s, DA 3161’s, and DA 2062’s.
• CACI Procure to Pay (P2P) purchasing tool experience.
 

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$61,600-$129,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.