ProcurementManager

We are AIR Communities, one of the country's largest owners and operators of apartment communities, managing high-quality properties in most major markets! Our team is passionate about providing exceptional service to our residents and communities. If you're a hardworking, detail-oriented, and customer-focused professional, we want you to join us! Responsible for leading end-to-end sourcing and procurement efforts across assigned categories. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders to identify needs, develop sourcing strategies, and secure high-quality goods and services at competitive prices. The Procurement Manager drives RFP processes, evaluates vendor proposals, negotiates contracts, and ensures agreements align with company objectives while delivering value, consistency, and operational efficiency. Essential Functions * Own the full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing strategy, RFP development and execution, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and final execution. * Build and manage strong vendor partnerships while identifying new suppliers that improve cost, quality, and service outcomes. * Collaborate with internal teams to define scopes of work, align procurement strategies with business needs, and support ongoing sourcing initiatives. * Negotiate pricing, terms, and service levels to achieve the best overall value while meeting budget and timeline requirements. * Ensure procurement systems, contracts, and vendor records are accurate, compliant, and effectively maintained. * Act as a key point of contact for vendor performance and issue resolution, while supporting project tracking and coordination through completion. ## Qualifications * Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience or equivalent amount of work experience in procurement and/or vendor contract management. * Proven ability to successfully manage all aspects of the company's procurement process for assigned products and services, including sou