Senior Strategic Procurement Project Lead

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

Job summary

City Of Atlanta Careers in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Project Manager III in the Department of Procurement to lead high-impact procurement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The role oversees planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement to deliver measurable results.

The position requires strong problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to navigate complex project environments while guiding

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to navigate complex project environments
• Experience working with leadership and external partners

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, project timing requirements and compliance standards
• Develop and implement approved strategic plans to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall project success
• Oversee project execution from initiation to completion, including planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and performance tracking
• Facilitate collaboration across departments, ensuring stakeholder engagement and effective communication
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring proactive problem resolution
• Optimize processes and workflows to enhance operational effectiveness
• Drive the adoption of technology and data-driven decision-making to improve project outcomes
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and operational standards
• Support leadership in strategic planning and policy development

Job description

City Of Atlanta Careers in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Project Manager III in the Department of Procurement to lead high-impact procurement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The role oversees planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement to deliver measurable results.

The position requires strong problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to navigate complex project environments while guiding