Procurement Project Manager

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute procurement projects that support organizational goals.

You will drive process improvements, cost savings initiatives, technology implementations, and policy compliance while collaborating with stakeholders across the business. The role requires strong project management skills, procurement expertise, and the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, procurement, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in material management, sourcing, or supply chain project management.
• Strong project management skills with experience leading multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, contract terms, and sourcing methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with procurement or ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• PMP, CPSM or similar procurement credential.
• Experience with change management or technology implementation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of procurement and sourcing projects.
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, risk logs, and communication plans. Track dashboard and KPIs, resolve roadblocks, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Implement strategic sourcing and value engineering cost savings initiatives
• Identify and lead initiatives to optimize procurement workflows, tools, and templates.
• Support procurement analytics, spend analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in implementing procurement technology or ERP modules (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
• Promote best practices in contract management, sourcing, and category management.
• Work with stakeholders to clarify business requirements and ensure alignment with procurement strategies
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, compliance requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Help mitigate supplier risks related to financial stability, supply continuity, and quality.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Coupa

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Procurement Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing procurement-related projects that support organizational goals. This role manages procurement process improvement, cost savings initiatives, technology implementations, and policy compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, procurement expertise, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.

Description

Job Title: Procurement Project Manager

Location: Vernon, CA

Department: Procurement

Report To: VP of Procurement

Job Summary

The Procurement Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing procurement-related projects that support organizational goals. This role manages procurement process improvement, cost savings initiatives, technology implementations, and policy compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, procurement expertise, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of procurement and sourcing projects.
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, risk logs, and communication plans. Track dashboard and KPIs, resolve roadblocks, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Implement strategic sourcing and value engineering cost savings initiatives
• Identify and lead initiatives to optimize procurement workflows, tools, and templates.
• Support procurement analytics, spend analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in implementing procurement technology or ERP modules (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
• Promote best practices in contract management, sourcing, and category management.
• Work with stakeholders to clarify business requirements and ensure alignment with procurement strategies
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, compliance requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Help mitigate supplier risks related to financial stability, supply continuity, and quality.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in material management, sourcing, or supply chain project management.
• Strong project management skills with experience leading multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, contract terms, and sourcing methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with procurement or ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar procurement credential
• Experience with change management or technology implementation projects.

Key Competencies

• Project leadership
• Stakeholder management
• Negotiation and vendor management
• Analytical thinking
• Organization and time management
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Collaboration and communication

Work Environment

Standard office environment with occasional supplier site visits (as needed).

Salary Description

76,000 -80,000 DOE