**Manager of Procurement & Inventory** **Hybrid 2:** This role requires associates to be in-office **3** days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. **Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. (Eastern Standard Time preferred)** _Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law._ At **Federal Government Solutions - FGS,** a proud member of the Elevance Health, Inc. family of companies, we’re creating greater access to care for our members, greater value for our customers, and greater health for our communities. Join us and together we will drive the future of federal health care. The **Manager of Procurement & Inventory** is responsible for managing the procurement process, optimizing supply chain operations, and ensuring the availability of necessary goods and services while achieving cost savings and maintaining compliance with regulations for assigned business units. **How you will make an Impact:** + Identifies cost-saving opportunities, improves efficiency, and drives continuous improvement in procurement operations. + Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers, vendors, and distributors. + Leads the development and execution of sourcing strategies for goods and services for the assigned business unit. + Manages and implements the subcontractor strategy for teaming agreement partners and active subcontract actions needed. + Manages full life cycle subcontract administration functions including vendor analysis, cradle-to-grave subcontract award, and post-award administration in compliance with company policies and procedures and with applicable laws and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contract requirements. + Conducts market analysis, identifies potential suppliers, evaluates proposals, and makes recommendations for supplier selection. + Oversees the drafting, review, and negotiation of procurement contracts and agreements. + Monitors vendor contract performance, resolves issues and ensures compliance with contractual agreements and service level agreements (SLAs). + Drafts and reviews agreements such as subcontracts, teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, software licenses, interconnection security agreements, escrow, and other legal documents. + Ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). + Identifies opportunities for automation, implements technology solutions, and drives continuous process improvement initiatives. + In charge of drafting small business narratives and subcontractor plans for proposals. + Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, and evaluates the performance of direct reports. **Minimum Requirements:** + Requires a BA in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field and a minimum of 7 years of related experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management; or any combination of education and experience that would provide an equivalent background. ​ **Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:** + Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, strategic sourcing methodologies, and contract management is strongly preferred. + An in-depth understanding of healthcare procurement regulations, compliance requirements, and industry trends is strongly preferred. + Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and supplemental acquisition regulations of government agencies as they apply to and influence aspects of procurement and subcontracting is strongly preferred. + Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost savings and favorable contract terms are strongly preferred. + The ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders is strongly preferred. + An analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, generate insights, and make data-driven decisions is strongly preferred. + Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team, are strongly preferred. + Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written are strongly preferred. + Proficiency in procurement software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Office Suite is strongly preferred. + Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) certification is preferred. + The ability to lift 20 pounds is preferred. + FGS knowledge is preferred. Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health. Who We Are Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. How We Work At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business. We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few. Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws. Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.