Find & Apply For Procurement / Sourcing Manager Jobs in Springfield, Virginia

Job Summary/Company :

Sparks Group in partnership with a government contractor is seeking a seasoned, high-impact Senior Operations & Material Strategy Manager to drive end-to-end supply chain execution, procurement strategy, and vendor governance across complex production environments. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for aligning material flow with program schedules, mitigating risk across critical component lifecycles, and managing high-value supplier performance. The ideal candidate brings 9 years of related experience and a proven record of leading procurement teams, ensuring strict regulatory compliance, and maintaining program readiness for mission-critical hardware platforms. If you're seeking your next role, apply now!

Responsibilities :

Translate master program schedules into phased acquisition plans, managing long-lead items, engineering changes, and critical-path hardware delivery. Lead performance management for major subcontractors and build-to-print suppliers, driving on-time delivery, quality dispositions, and root-cause corrective actions. Ensure all sourcing, price analysis, and subcontract documentation strictly align with

FAR/DFARS

standards and CPSR audit requirements. Supervise and mentor a team of buyers while developing risk-contingency plans and KPIs to maintain operational readiness across complex programs.

Qualifications/Background Profile :

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related discipline (Master's degree or professional certifications like

CPSM/CSCP

preferred). 8-10+ years of progressive leadership in procurement, subcontracts, and material management within high-complexity manufacturing, defense, aerospace, or heavily regulated environments. Hands-on experience navigating

FAR/DFARS

compliance frameworks and participation in CPSR audits. Proficiency with using project-based ERP/MRP platforms (Costpoint is a plus) and data analytics tools. - This job is Hybrid Remote.

Pay Range:

Salary $130,000.00 to $160,000.00 We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees. Download the Sparks Group mobile app from Apple App Store or Google Play . - Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status. Sponsored by Sparks Group