Manager, Procurement

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services for VNI according to the procurement strategy
• Lead internal and contracted procurement professionals, including contracts administrators, construction managers, and procurement specialists
• Validate market sourcing approach, supplier outreach and qualifications
• Prepare bid packages with and ensure relevant standards, requirements and specifications are incorporated from Design & Delivery, Engineering, and other teams and functional areas
• Establish selection criteria and approve award decisions
• Manage handoffs to other teams, including Legal, central LA28 Procurement, Finance and Venue Management
• Ensure LA28 sustainability and impact requirements are incorporated into the procurement process, and report against LA28 metrics
• Partner with the legal teams to translate bid documents at award into contract documents
• Ensure contract documents are stored in the proper repository and referenced in construction management and invoicing systems

Background & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, legal, or equivalent work experience
• Procurement certifications desired
• Project management desired
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in procurement and contracts management of major infrastructure and temporary works. Games and major event experience a plus
• Knowledge of purchasing, payment, and contracts management systems, including but not limited to Agiloft, Workday, Textura, CMiC, Compass and similar
• Experience with leading contracted workforce

Expectations

• Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods