Senior Manager, Sourcing and Subcontracts (Fully Remote)

American Institutes for Research; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

American Institutes for Research is seeking a strategic sourcing and subcontract oversight leader to drive enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives and manage complex procurements. The role focuses on developing strategies, negotiating terms, and mitigating procurement risks across pre- and post-award activities.

The candidate will oversee subcontract administrators, handle escalation on complex issues, ensure regulatory compliance, support audits, and provide risk-focused management reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide strategic sourcing initiatives and complex competitive procurements.
• Develop sourcing strategies, lead negotiations, and manage procurement risks.
• Provide oversight and guidance for subcontract administrators across pre-award and post-award activities.
• Serve as escalation point for complex subcontract issues and support contract formation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations, supporting audits.
• Monitor risks and provide management reporting on performance and improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop a talented team, fostering engagement and growth.
• Promote a collaborative, customer-focused culture.

Job description

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leadership:

• Lead enterprise-wide strategic sourcing initiatives and complex competitive procurements.
• Develop sourcing strategies, lead negotiations, and manage procurement risks.

Subcontract Oversight:

• Provide oversight and guidance for subcontract administrators across pre-award and post-award activities.
• Serve as escalation point for complex subcontract issues and support contract formation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations, supporting audits.
• Monitor risks and provide management reporting on performance and improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop a talented team, fostering engagement and growth.
• Promote a collaborative, customer-focused culture.

American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address pressing challenges. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, AIR generates evidence and applies data-driven solutions to expand opportunities and improve lives.