Procurement Manager
Leads procurement planning, contract execution, and supply chain coordination for U.S.-funded projects under DPRI in Okinawa.
The Procurement Manager leads procurement planning, contract execution, and supply chain coordination in support of U.S.-funded projects under DPRI. This role ensures acquisition milestones align with U.S. and Government of Japan (GOJ) fiscal policies by collaborating closely with Financial Analysts to track funding execution, manage procurement timelines, and forecast resource needs.
Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, overseeing material and equipment sourcing, and ensuring compliance with acquisition regulations. The manager uses integrated dashboards and data tools to monitor obligations, identify delays or risks, and generate reports that inform leadership and support audit readiness.
This role plays a critical function in maintaining end-to-end visibility of procurement and supply operations while contributing to financial accuracy, project continuity, and operational readiness.
Requirements
Required:
- Experience with U.S. federal acquisition regulations such as FAR and DFARS
- Experience managing procurement timelines and vendor relationships
- Experience in Microsoft Excel and procurement tracking tools
- Experience with financial or contract management systems such as FPDS, PIEE, SPS, or PD2
- Ability to interpret data and create reports for leadership or audit readiness
- Ability to develop procurement strategies and track acquisition milestones
- Secret clearance
- HS diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, or supply chain operations OR Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, or Accounting and 3+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, or supply chain operations
Preferred:
- Experience supporting DPRI programs
- Experience using integrated procurement dashboards or ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle
- Experience in logistics or large-scale infrastructure sourcing
- Experience supporting audit readiness and compliance reviews
- Knowledge of the Japanese language
- Knowledge of Government of Japan (GOJ) procurement practices or cost-sharing arrangements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong data literacy skills for interpreting procurement and financial data
- Master's degree in Acquisition Management or Public Administration
- DAWIA Level II or III Contracting Certification
Benefits
- Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
- Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care
- Recognition awards program for exceptional performance
Additional Info
Security Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Work Location
This position is based in Okinawa, Japan (on-site).
Identity Verification
As part of the hiring process, you will be asked to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments.
AI Use Policy
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews is prohibited.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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