Procurement & Contract Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Procurement & Contract Manager to lead strategic sourcing and vendor management efforts. This role involves overseeing a team, driving cost control through effective contract negotiations, and enhancing procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement best practices and a proven track record in managing supplier relationships. Join this forward-thinking company to contribute to a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous career development. If you're passionate about optimizing procurement strategies and leading teams, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Flexible Work Environment

Comprehensive Employee Benefits Program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement and contract management.
• Strong knowledge of vendor management and negotiation practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a procurement team to optimize sourcing strategies.
• Manage RFP processes and negotiate contracts for cost savings.

Skills

Procurement Best Practices

Vendor Management

Negotiation Skills

Leadership Skills

Contract Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

MBA or related Master’s Degree

Tools

Procurement Software

Job description

Job Title

Procurement & Contract Manager

Job Description Summary

This will encompass strategic and tactical sourcing, contract administration, vendor relationship management, negotiations, and overall operations for procurement activities within scope. This position is highly visible with internal and external stakeholders and will engage directly with suppliers.

Job Description

About the Role:

• Procurement Strategy: Lead, mentor, and manage a team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback. Develop, implement, and optimize procurement strategies aligned with C&W’s goals and objections.
• Sourcing & Vendor Management: Source new suppliers, evaluate capabilities, identify suitable solutions, and work with TDS and Corporate Category Managers to award contracts.
• Cost Control: Design and manage the RFP tender process to support program goals and requirements, including interpreting contracts and negotiating favorable terms with vendors to achieve savings.
• Process Improvement: Continuously enhance processes, workflows, and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other business documents including adherence to company policy, compliance, and legal requirements.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is required. MBA or related Master’s Degree preferred.
• Proven experience as a Procurement & Contract Manager (or similar role) with at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing, and vendor management across APAC.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory aspects of procurement globally. Familiarity with international construction contracts.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills. Proficiency in procurement software and tools.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop, and live, working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from:

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion.

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional, and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.