Sr. Procurement & Finance Engineering Operations Lead

i270 Solutions Group LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

i270 Solutions Group LLC is seeking a Senior Procurement & Finance Engineering Operations Lead to bridge procurement, financial operations, and engineering for a government program. You will oversee end-to-end procurement, manage vendor contracts, and ensure robust financial controls across diverse transaction types, including crypto where applicable.

The role requires active TS/SCI with FS Poly, a strong background in systems engineering, and 10+ years in procurement/finance operations.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) required.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in relevant field preferred.
• 10+ years in procurement/finance operations or vendor management; 10+ years in systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end procurement lifecycle including supplier selection, negotiations, PO management, and contract administration.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract lifecycles with emphasis on compliance and risk management.
• Ensure financial controls across all transaction types, including cash and crypto where applicable.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, purchasing guidelines, renewal calendars, and financial tracking templates.
• Provide reporting and dashboards giving leadership spend, renewals, and procurement visibility.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and leadership to align procurement with mission timelines.

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI FS Poly

Procurement & Finance Ops

Systems Engineering

Solutions Architecture

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Systems Engineering, SCM, Finance, or related field

Job description

Senior Procurement & Finance Engineering Operations Lead | Solutions Architecture & Supply Chain Engineering | Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly Required

Are you a seasoned procurement and finance operations leader with the systems engineering depth to see beyond transactional workflows and architect innovative solutions to complex mission challenges? We are looking for a uniquely qualified, strategically minded professional ready to bridge the worlds of procurement, financial operations, and engineering in direct support of a high-profile government program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Senior Procurement & Finance Engineering Operations Lead, you will serve as the operational backbone and strategic mind behind the program's procurement and financial infrastructure. You will oversee end-to-end procurement processes, manage vendor relationships and contract lifecycles, and ensure rigorous financial controls across all transaction types - including cash and crypto where applicable. But this role goes beyond traditional procurement leadership. You will bring Solutions Architecture and Supply Chain Engineering expertise to the table, evaluating alternatives, conducting analyses, and recommending forward-looking solutions that align with mission requirements, program timelines, and total cost of ownership. Your ability to see the full picture - connecting procurement decisions to mission outcomes - will make you an indispensable partner to leadership and cross-functional teams alike.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) required - candidates without an active clearance will not be considered
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, finance operations, or vendor management; combined with 10+ years in systems engineering, with demonstrated experience as a Solutions Architect or Supply Chain Engineer

Core Responsibilities & Required Skills:

• End-to-End Procurement Management: Proven ability to oversee the full procurement lifecycle - supplier selection, negotiations, purchase order management, and contract administration - with sound judgment on escalating complex or high-risk procurement actions
• Financial Operations & Controls: Demonstrated experience managing financial transactions with accuracy and compliance, including reconciliation, documentation, and reporting across diverse transaction types (including cash and crypto where applicable)
• Contract & Vendor Management: Track record of managing contract renewals, tracking vendor obligations, and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery - including hands‑on vendor engagement for system troubleshooting and issue resolution
• Procurement & Finance Documentation: Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, purchasing guidelines, renewal calendars, and financial tracking templates that drive consistency and reduce operational risk
• Spend Analysis & Operational Improvement: Ability to monitor spending trends, identify cost‑saving opportunities, highlight budget variances, and implement improvements that enhance procurement efficiency and financial visibility
• Analysis of Alternatives (AoA): Demonstrated experience evaluating new technology and engineering solutions, conducting structured analyses of alternatives, and providing well‑documented recommendations based on requirements, adoption timelines, and total cost
• Solutions Architecture & Supply Chain Engineering: Ability to assess the broader mission picture, identify innovative solutions to complex program challenges, and bring engineering‑informed thinking to procurement and operational decision‑making
• Policy Development & Governance: Experience creating, reviewing, and updating procurement and finance policies aligned with compliance standards and best practices, including documenting assumptions and decisions for future reference
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Strong ability to partner with IT, operations, and leadership teams to align procurement priorities with mission timelines, support budgeting and forecasting, and present solution architecture options to diverse audiences
• Reporting & Visibility: Proven ability to develop and enhance reporting structures, dashboards, and documentation systems that give leadership clear, timely insights into spend, renewals, and procurement activity

NICE TO HAVE

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mission‑Driven Problem Solving: Demonstrated aptitude for creative, forward‑thinking solution development - proactively identifying and recommending alternative approaches to mission and program challenges
• Asset & Subscription Management: Experience conducting regular reviews of contracts, asset inventories, and subscription renewals to validate accuracy, confirm renewal readiness, and optimize asset utilization
• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Track record of identifying and implementing procurement and financial process improvements and governance enhancements that drive long‑term operational excellence
• Operational Guidance & Training: Experience providing clarity and direction on purchasing workflows, vendor requirements, renewal timelines, and documentation standards across diverse organizational stakeholders

i270 Solutions Group LLC., is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.