Procurement Contracts Manager - (260000PF) - Irvine, CA

VetJobs; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Capital America in Irvine, CA seeks a Procurement Contracts Manager to lead procurement, sourcing, and contract management for assigned business areas, negotiating supplier agreements and ensuring governance.

You will partner with Legal, Information Security, Vendor Risk, Privacy, and Finance to mitigate risk, drive cost-effective outcomes, and ensure compliant vendor relationships while managing lifecycle and performance.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in procurement, sourcing, or contract management.
• Experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships.
• Experience with cross-functional partnerships (Legal, Security, Privacy, Finance).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary procurement partner for assigned business units, supporting sourcing strategies and contract negotiations.
• Partner with stakeholders to align procurement activities with business objectives and drive cost-effective outcomes.
• Lead sourcing events, supplier evaluations, and pricing negotiations.
• Manage vendor negotiations, contracts, and supplier relationships for strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with Legal and internal teams to mitigate risk and maximize business value.
• Support supplier performance, issue resolution, and contract lifecycle management.
• Coordinate procurement activities with Legal, Info Security, Vendor Risk, Privacy, Finance, and business teams.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk management, and governance standards.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Vendor management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP

Reporting tools

Job description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

Hyundai Capital America (HCA) helps people move forward. Through Hyundai Motor Finance, Genesis Finance, and Kia Finance, we deliver innovative financing, leasing, and insurance solutions to more than 3 million customers and businesses nationwide. We’re a company driven by growth, innovation, and people. At HCA, you’ll find opportunities to build new skills, expand your career, and make a real impact while working in a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven environment. We’re proud to support our communities through volunteerism, philanthropy, and engaged Employee Resource Groups.

Role Overview

The Procurement Contracts Manager leads procurement, sourcing, and contract management activities for assigned business areas. This role partners with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to negotiate supplier agreements, manage procurement initiatives, ensure compliance with governance requirements, and drive effective vendor outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary procurement partner for assigned business units, supporting sourcing strategies, vendor selection, and contract negotiations.
• Partner with stakeholders to align procurement activities with business objectives and drive timely, cost-effective outcomes.
• Lead sourcing events, supplier evaluations, and pricing negotiations.
• Manage vendor negotiations, contracts, and supplier relationships for strategic business initiatives.
• Partner with Legal and internal stakeholders to mitigate risk, improve commercial terms, and maximize business value.
• Support ongoing supplier performance, issue resolution, and contract lifecycle management.
• Coordinate procurement activities with Legal, Information Security, Vendor Risk, Privacy, Finance, and business teams.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk management requirements, and governance standards.
• Identify issues, recommend solutions, and elevate complex matters as needed.
• Support procurement process improvements, reporting, documentation, training, and governance initiatives.
• Recommend enhancements to improve efficiency, consistency, and stakeholder experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contract management, vendor management, or a related field.
• Experience managing supplier negotiations, contracts, sourcing initiatives, and vendor relationships.
• Experience partnering with Legal, Information Security, Vendor Risk, Privacy, Finance, and business stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with procurement, contract management, ERP, or reporting tools preferred.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and governance practices.
• Ability to independently manage complex procurement and contract initiatives while balancing risk, cost, and business objectives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness.

Compensation

Minimum Salary: $88,000.00

Maximum Salary: $136,400.00

Salary Range: $75,000-$100,000

Location

City: Irvine

State: California

Additional Information

Job Category: Management

Job Code: Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor: Hyundai