Senior Procurement Manager Job Listing at Kamehameha Schools in Honolulu, Hawaii (Job ID JR-06192)

Description

Job Posting Title

Senior Procurement Manager

Employee Type

Regular

Recruiting Start Date

08-29-2025

Job Exempt?

Yes

Recruiting End Date

09-28-2025

Aloha mai!  Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.  If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Kamehameha Schools (KS) is searching for a Senior Procurement Manager to join our Finance team. We are looking for a strategic, inspirational, and results-driven leader with proven experience leading high-performing teams and shaping a forward-thinking vision for procurement and finance operations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in sourcing systems, vendor management, and supply chain optimization—driving operational effectiveness while ensuring alignment with KS's mission and values. They are skilled in leveraging data and metrics to enhance both user and customer experiences and are committed to building strong, collaborative partnerships. This leader excels at balancing cost-efficiency with quality, compliance, and cultural responsibility. Thriving in a collaborative, innovative environment, they champion continuous improvement and ethical practices grounded in cultural awareness. As a key contributor to the long-term sustainability and impact of Kamehameha Schools, the Senior Procurement Manager plays a vital role in advancing our strategic sourcing efforts and delivering value through purpose-driven procurement. If you're passionate about impactful procurement and leading with purpose, we encourage you to apply!

Job Summary

The Senior Procurement Manager provides oversight of all procurement operations for a multi-site organization.  This role provides strategic leadership, guidance and management to procurement staff to ensure procurement practices are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining sound procurement practices and procedures to maximize KS operational effectiveness. The senior manager leads the group in determining, coordinating, and evaluating the purchases of goods and services in collaboration with organization stakeholders, overseeing the vendor management program, preferred vendor list, and contract management. 

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Team Management 

• Lead, guide, and manage team to ensure procurement for the organization operates effectively and efficiently.  

• Evaluate and optimize procurement structure, process, and technology requirements to enhance service delivery and maximize cost efficiency. 

• Foster a customer service-oriented culture within the procurement team. 

 

Procurement Operations 

• Oversee organization-wide administration of price negotiations and the purchasing of goods and services, including large-dollar and complex procurement projects based on consolidated organizational needs. 

• Monitor buyer and vendor management effectiveness and performance, providing feedback to improve cost, quality, and timeliness of services. 

• Liaise with the Accounts Payable department to ensure accurate and timely invoice processing. 

• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key suppliers to ensure high performance and reliability. 

• Lead contract negotiations and ensure legal compliance in contract development and execution. 

 

Policy and Compliance 

• Develop and maintain sound procurement policies and procedures that maximize the organization's purchasing effectiveness and align with regulatory requirements and organizational goals. 

• Ensure staff understanding and adherence to procurement policies and applicable laws and regulatory requirements (e.g., EPA, HACCP, student safety regulations). 

 

Spend Analysis and Strategic Sourcing 

• Analyze spend trends and organizational demand, managing inventory and identifying opportunities for delivery performance through vendor consolidation and cost savings. 

• Recommend strategic sourcing initiatives to leverage enterprise purchasing power. 

 

Change Management and Stakeholder Engagement 

• Lead change initiatives efforts related to procurement. 

• Train end users on new processes and systems, gaining stakeholder buy-in for business process reengineering and improvement efforts. 

• Act as the external liaison for procurement and accounts payable-related matters. 

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a closely related field.  

• Minimum 5 years' experience in procurement or accounting in a supervisory capacity.  

• Strong knowledge of procurement principles, tools, and techniques.  

• Proven experience in the successful management of a large, multi-location business functions. 

• Able to develop strategies for efficient supply chain management.  

• Experience in working with various levels of management and strong leadership skills to manage a variety of staff. 

• Knowledge of processes and internal controls in a business environment 

• Experience with business process reengineering and able to implement change management projects and programs.  

• Knowledgeable of applicable state federal and local laws related to procurement and safety, including those surrounding disposal of hazardous materials (EPA), hazard analysis surrounding food handling (HACCP), and student safety. 

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to lead in contract negotiations.  

• Ability to understand, draft, and manage legal contracts.  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and large automated purchasing management systems. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively and professionally with various levels of stakeholders; including all levels of leadership, staff, and external parties, such as vendors.  

• Strong organizational skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment.  

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate cross-functionally to accomplish defined common goals and objectives.  

• Demonstrate a professional, positive attitude. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in an educational environment and/or tax-exempt organizations.
• Knowledge and working experience of Oracle Fusion ERP for procurement and related functions.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, write by hand, and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach/work about shoulder, grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Work Year

12

Pay Range

132,800.00 - 189,600.00 Annual

Compensation and Benefits

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Kawaiahao Plaza

City, State

Honolulu, Hawaii

Additional Locations

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