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AARP · 2 weeks ago

Procurement Operations Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $95K/yr

3+ years exp

AARP Foundation is dedicated to ending senior poverty and reducing financial hardship for vulnerable individuals over 50. The Procurement Operations Manager will coordinate procurement activities, ensure compliance, and improve procurement processes while serving as a liaison between various teams.

ElderlyNon ProfitSocial Impact

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Contributes to the development of long-term goals to ensure continued successful growth and profitability. Studies, analyzes, and monitors the organization’s activities internally and externally. Coordinates and integrates division plans with the organization’s business goals and objectives. Reviews and reports on achievement of performance versus strategic plans. Advises and recommends strategies based on reviews

Plans, organizes, and implements assigned projects. Determines and monitors resources needed, determines scope and execution, tracks progress towards milestones, establishes timelines, and evaluates progress. Ensures adherence to internal and external quality standards. Organizes project teams and leads internal and external team members and stakeholders to deliver on project goals. Establishes project communication plans and ensures internal/external stakeholders are informed regarding project processes and impact

Evaluates existing programs to identify improvements and to measure outcomes. Analyzes and tests current processes and systems to determine effectiveness and efficiency. Collects data, performs root cause analysis of issues or problems, and proposes solutions according to the current and future needs of the business. Assists in the development and delivering of training programs or presentations and recommends program revisions

Monitors and maintains compliance with organization policy

Works collaboratively with cross-functional internal and external teams, customers, vendors, and others to resolve issues and meet project goals. Exhibits a high level of customer service for internal and/or external clients

Qualification

Procurement operations experienceRisk forecastingFederal procurement knowledgeStrategic thinkingCustomer serviceIndependent judgementEffective communication