Senior Procurement Project Manager - Strategy & Execution

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking a Project Manager III in the Department of Procurement to lead high-impact projects, ensure strategic alignment, efficiency, and compliance in procurement execution. You will oversee planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement to deliver measurable results.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 7+ years in project management or strategic planning with public procurement experience; PMP or Lean Six Sigma certifications are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of project management, process improvement, or strategic planning.
• Public procurement experience required.
• Master's degree and/or professional certifications (PMP, Lean Six Sigma) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with goals, timing, and compliance.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee end-to-end project execution: planning, budgeting, risk assessment, performance tracking.
• Foster cross-department collaboration and effective stakeholder communication.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring proactive resolution.
• Drive process optimization and technology adoption for better outcomes.
• Mentor junior managers and promote continuous learning.
• Ensure adherence to legal, financial, and operational standards.
• Support leadership in strategic planning and policy development.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Advanced Project & Risk Management

Process Optimization & Innovation

Stakeholder Engagement & Negotiation

Data-Driven Decision-Making

Mentorship & Team Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, or related field

Job description

City of Atlanta is seeking a Project Manager III in the Department of Procurement to lead high-impact projects, ensure strategic alignment, efficiency, and compliance in procurement execution. You will oversee planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement to deliver measurable results.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 7+ years in project management or strategic planning with public procurement experience; PMP or Lean Six Sigma certifications are