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<div class="content-intro">A little about us… Kidango (<a href="https://www.kidango.org">kidango.org</a>) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.</div>About The Role The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing organizational purchasing and contracting activities in compliance with State of California and Federal regulations and supports our rapidly growing businesses across various segments. This role manages procurement operations from requisition through contract execution and payment authorization. The position ensures adherence to state, Federal and other funders procurement regulations, Kidango’s Procurement Policies, fiscal accountability standards, and internal controls for effective risk control.   What You’ll Be Doing  <ul> <li>Manages the full life-cycle of procurement activities, ensuring goods and services procured by Kidango meet standards of fairness, transparency, efficiency, and compliance. </li> <li>Plans, develops, and manages procurement strategies in compliance with Kidango’s procurement  policies and applicable federal, state, and funder regulations.</li> <li>Provides expertise to business partners with preparing solicitations for purchases; conducts competitive bidding processes including RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs.</li> <li>Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy, completeness  and compliance.</li> <li>Ensures compliance with Kidango’s Procurement Procedures and applicable federal and state regulations, including OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), contract terms and conditions, and other funder requirements. ..</li> <li>Serves as liaison between departments, vendors, and oversight agencies (as required); coordinates  and ensures approvals with budget holders, executive leadership, and funders.</li> <li>Oversees contract administration to ensure contractor performance, deliverables, insurance requirements, and compliance with contract terms throughout the contract lifecycle. </li> <li>Enforces procurement standards of conduct, including conflict of interest disclosure and mitigation procedures.</li> <li>Conducts and documents suspension and debarment verification for vendors in accordance with federal requirements.</li> <li>Implements and optimize procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. </li> <li>Maintains audit-ready files in compliance with Kidango, state and funder record retention requirements; supports internal/external audits.</li> <li>Establishes dashboard of spending, renewal dates, contracts and duplicative spend; reports key procurement metrics.</li> <li>Develop and implement procurement policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks</li> <li>Develops and delivers procurement training and resources for cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Reviews encumbrances, expenditure tracking, and fiscal projections.</li> <li>Analyzes services spend, suppliers, operations and statement of works to identify opportunities for value creation. </li> <li>Uses data to drive decisions and continuously improve procurement efficiency.</li> <li>Analyzes data to identify trends, inefficiencies, or risks, and present clear, compelling business cases for change. </li> <li>Maintains procurement records to ensure any implemented system of checks and balances are being continually met for service contracts and additional compliance items. </li> <li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li> </ul>  Preferred qualifications <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or related field.</li> <li>5+ years of progressively responsible public sector procurement experience or federally/state-funded nonprofit environments.</li> <li>Direct experience with State of California procurement requirements and EPAR workflow systems.</li> <li>Strong knowledge and demonstrated application of federal procurement standards (including OMB Uniform Guidance  (2 CFR Part 200) and applicable state regulations.</li> <li>Strong knowledge and proven application of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices. </li> <li>Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills with ability to influence across all levels.</li> <li>Strong project management skills.</li> <li>Skilled in data analysis, strategic decision-making, and complex problem-solving.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of Excel.</li> <li>Ability to work during the organization’s core work hours and be flexible in work schedule including some evenings and weekends; travel as needed to agency and community locations .-</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Compensation</div><div class="pay-range">$140,343.84—$140,343.84 USD</div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion">Additional Requirements <ul> <li>Must pass a health screening and TB test </li> <li>Must pass background fingerprint clearance </li> <li>Must be 18 years or older </li> <li>The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties</li> <li>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to  perform the essential job functions</li> </ul> Perks <ul> <li style="line-height: 1;">An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world</li> <li>Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues</li> <li>A comprehensive, industry-leading <a href="https://go.kidango.org/join-kidango" target="_blank">benefits package</a> </li> <li style="line-height: 1;">Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world</li> </ul> <hr>   Drug-Free Workplace We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. <hr> EEO  A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission! <hr> If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" data-start="109" data-end="132">recruitment@kidango.org</a>. We’re happy to support you through the process.</div>