Procurement Manager

Company Description

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!

Job Description

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 sourcing, RFP events, vendor negotiation, budgeting, contracts and contract execution.
• Able to work in partnership with internal stakeholders to ensure the organization's needs are met while managing procurement process procedures.
• The position is located in the Denver Corporate Office.

Additional Information

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:

• Expected pay rate of $90,000 - $105,000 plus annual bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 25% Discounted Rent at AIR communities (certain exclusions apply, and an application is required).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA).
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(K) with up to 6% employer contributions.
• Paid Vacation, 14 Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 15 hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.

Application Deadline:  The initial deadline for applications is 6/14/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.