Procurement Manager

BlackSea Technologies; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime technology firm in Baltimore, MD is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead their procurement staff and manage supplier-related activities. This role requires strong supplier negotiation skills and experience in supplier management. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in business or finance. The role is full-time and 100% onsite, offering a salary range of $120,000 to $150,000, with opportunities to contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Supplier Management or Supply Chain.
• Experience leading a supplier management team preferred.
• Experience with U.S. Government contract negotiations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Procurement Staff and manage supplier-related activities.
• Ensure compliance with the MAPC Procurement Manual.
• Develop relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Teach and mentor Procurement team members.

Skills

Supplier Management

Negotiation Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or finance

Job description

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Company Introduction

At BlackSea Technologies, we don't just innovate; we revolutionize. We are a close-knit team of creative and innovative thinkers specializing in full lifecycle development of cutting‑edge maritime technology. At BlackSea, you won't just find a job; you'll find a community of experts who aspire to solve diverse and complex challenges. Be part of a company where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real impact. Together, we are not just sailing; we are charting a course to push boundaries of what's possible.

Salary Range

$120,000-$150,000

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the Procurement Staff for BlackSea.
• Act as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing all supplier‑related activities and the authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements.
• Manage Procurement Team in their performance of activities related to the acquisition of goods and services in support of company operations, supplier assessment and performance improvement, management and improvement of supply chain management and processes and supplier diversity.
• Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with MAPC Procurement Manual to meet CPSR requirements.
• Teach and mentor Procurement team to MAPC Procurement requirements.
• Set workload priorities for the Procurement team.
• Manage, develop, and motivate team members.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience within Supplier Management, Supply Chain, and/or Procurement practices and processes.
• 3+ years of experience establishing relationships and maintaining strong ongoing communication with customers, suppliers and/or vendors.
• Experience leading a team or program preferred but not required.
• Experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services.
• Had to have led a Procurement team through at least one successful CPSR audit by DCMA preferred, but not required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• More than 5 years of experience working in a CPSR compliant environment.
• Strong supplier negotiation skills.
• More than 1 year of experience in proposal development and contract negotiations with U.S. Government Customers.
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing projects that involved cross‑functional or cross‑business unit teams.
• 3+ years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance.

Typical Education/Experience

Education/experience typically acquired through business and financial education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years’ related work experience.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Construction, Software Development, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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