Procurement Manager

QCS Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

QCS Staffing in Washington, DC, seeks a Procurement Manager for a 12-month initial contract to lead sourcing, tendering, and contract administration for life sciences projects. The role focuses on delivering cost-effective procurement solutions, building strong supplier relationships, and ensuring governance and compliance across the program.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project-based procurement, strong commercial acumen, and excellent stakeholder management to support

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex procurement and sourcing activities, including tendering, supplier negotiations, and contract management within a project-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project procurement strategies, procurement plans, and sourcing approaches aligned with project objectives, delivery models, and market conditions.
• Lead end-to-end procurement activities including supplier sourcing, prequalification, tender management, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, award, and contract administration.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships, resolving commercial, delivery, quality, and supply chain issues while mitigating project risks.
• Ensure procurement governance, compliance, reporting, documentation management, and continuous improvement initiatives are maintained to the highest standards.

Skills

Procurement management

Tendering

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Stakeholder relationships

Risk management

Governance compliance

Job description

Procurement Manager – Washington, DC – Initial 12-Month Contract – Life Sciences

How would you like the opportunity to support one of the largest biopharmaceutical projects in the country? If yes, then this is the assignment for you!

Our client is currently seeking the skills of a Procurement Manager to support their team. Our client develops and delivers life changing medicines to millions of people globally and as part of their growth. With their Drug Substance (DS) manufacturing network growing rapidly, they are committed to growing their portfolio of commercial biologics products supplied worldwide – and this is your opportunity to be involved!

What You’ll Deliver

• Develop and execute project procurement strategies, procurement plans, and sourcing approaches aligned with project objectives, delivery models, and market conditions.
• Lead end-to-end procurement activities including supplier sourcing, prequalification, tender management, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, award, and contract administration.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships, resolving commercial, delivery, quality, and supply chain issues while mitigating project risks.
• Ensure procurement governance, compliance, reporting, documentation management, and continuous improvement initiatives are maintained to the highest standards.

Experience required

• Proven experience managing complex procurement and sourcing activities, including tendering, supplier negotiations, and contract management within a project-based environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess market conditions, develop procurement strategies, and deliver cost-effective solutions while managing risk.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, project teams, suppliers, and external service providers.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a strong understanding of procurement governance, compliance, and audit-ready documentation practices.