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Summary
This position is located at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Finance and Procurement. As the Assistant Director, the incumbent provides overall direction and strategic planning for financial management, budget formulation and execution; administrative oversight and accountability for the Bureaus acquisitions, procurement and contracting responsibilities; and directly influences the vision, strategic direction, financial integrity, and strategic sourcing for the agency
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Clarification from the agency
1. U.S Citizens or U.S. Nationals; no prior federal experience is required.
Duties
The incumbent serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and principal advisor to the Deputy Director on financial and procurement matters.
As an Assistant Director - Office of Finance and Procurement, you will:
- Provide policy and strategic advice to the Director, Deputy Director, Associate Directors, and other agency executives on all agency-wide financial management objectives and matters.
- Serve as advisor on all aspects of the contracting/procurement program, and provide leadership and direction on oversight initiatives to ensure the Bureau's acquisition, procurement, and contracting responsibilities.
- Oversee CFPB finance and accounting; planning and budgeting; travel and relocation; elimination of fraud, waste and abuse of Federal funds; management of the Civil Penalty Fund; and contract acquisition and contract management.
- Direct the Bureau's Enterprise Risk Management program and implement a program appropriate for the size and complexity of the agency consistent with OMB Circular A-123.
- Coordinate and collaborate with Bureau senior leaders in the development and implementation of the Bureau's multi-year strategic plan and annual performance plan consistent with OMB Circular A-11 and A-136.
- Work with senior leaders and oversight bodies (e.g., Office of Management and Budget, Government Accountability Office, Inspector Generals, etc.) to enhance the Bureau's financial controls; enforce policies and procedures; implement proactive enterprise risk reporting; and/or respond to audit findings.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
This opportunity is also open to Status Candidates under Announcement 26-CFPB-13093494-MP. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.
Key Requirements:- Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
- A one year probationary period may be required. Continued employment is contingent upon supervisory certification that continued employment will benefit the Federal Service; the certification will occur no less than 30 days before the end of the probationary/trial period.
- A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required. .
- Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
- Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
- Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
- Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
- File a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278e) within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
- This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with The CFPB. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow The CFPB to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
As a basic requirement for entry into this CN-81 position, applicants must provide evidence of the specialized experience listed below:
- Demonstrated experience leading and directing the strategic planning, implementation, integration, and evaluation of financial management functions of a complex organization including: finance and accounting; budget formulation and execution; internal controls and risk mitigation compliance; financial systems; and federal procurement planning and execution; AND
- Demonstrated experience leading strategic planning and the development of accountable performance metrics; implementation of an enterprise risk management program appropriate for the size and mission of an organization; and directing a federal travel and relocation program; AND
- Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplined teams and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. executive leadership, supervisors, subject matter experts, etc.) to continuously evaluate, align, measure, and report on the performance of an organization's budget, finances, risk mitigation, procurement, travel, and strategic planning; AND
- Experience working directly with oversight bodies (e.g. Office of Management and Budget, Government Accountability Office, Inspector Generals) to: continuously enhance and improve an organization's financial controls; enforce policies and procedures; implement proactive enterprise risk reporting; and respond to audit findings through planned corrective action plans.
Part-time experience will be credited pro-rata based on a 40-hour work week, while work of 32 hours or more will be rounded up to full-time experience. If you have multiple positions that have overlapping start and/or end dates, only 40 hours of experience will be credited for a given work week. Refer to Resume Tips for more information on how to submit a comprehensive résumé.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
OTHER INFORMATION:
- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
- This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- This is a non-bargaining unit position.
- We offer opportunities for telework.
- We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
- Bureau employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions, which applicants may review at www.oge.gov. In addition, employees must comply with the Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (5 CFR 9401), which, among other things, prohibit an employee or the employee's spouse or minor child from owning or controlling a debt or equity interest in an entity supervised by the Bureau. Regulations also impose restrictions on the outside activities of certain Bureau employees, including examiners and attorneys. Applicants may review the Bureau ethics regulations and a summary of the regulations at www.consumerfinance.gov. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Bureau Ethics Office at EthicsHelp@cfpb.gov.
- your entire work history with specific start and end dates (MM-DD-YYYY) provided for each listed position
- hours worked per week for each position
- degrees and the dates conferred (MM-YYYY)
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Your Federal benefits include the following:- Challenging and rewarding work benefitting American consumers - Opportunities for development and advancement- Comprehensive Federal health, retirement, life (FEGLI), vision and dental (Benefeds) benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specifc benefits offered.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, required supporting documents, and Executive Competency Narrative. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your résumé may result in a "not qualified" determination.
Rating: You MUST submit a separate, concise Executive Competencies Narrative (no more than 5 total pages), that addresses your experience applying the four Executive Competencies below to manage and achieve the goals of your organization(s) at the time of application. Your Executive Competencies narrative should include where and when the qualifications were obtained, and the organizational setting in which the experience was acquired (e.g. organization size, level, and assigned fiscal resources). A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will assess each applicant's Executive Competencies narrative to determine best qualified applicants for the position.
If you meet the specialized experience requirements, your narrative response will be evaluated and scored against the following Executive competencies:
Driving Efficiency (Managing Resources) - Prepares plans for resources that are aligned with strategies and available resources and protects resources to ensure the prevention of fraud, waste, or abuse.
Merit and Competence (Decision Making and Problem Solving) - Makes and communicates decisions in alignment with established practices and protocols while managing risks and synthesizing information to identify timely, sound, data-driven ideas or solutions; recognizes when to take action and when to gather additional data and makes logical decisions when dealing with pressure situations or unexpected problems.
Leading People (Accountability) - Demonstrates through words and actions integrity, trust, and a commitment to serve the public; understands CFPB's mission, why the agency exists, and how own and others' roles contribute to success; honors commitments; takes responsibility for own actions and the work of the team; models ownership of problem solving.
- Achieving Results (Managing Quality Results) - Provides work that is responsive to stakeholder or mission requirements and collects and acts on feedback/data to improve quality, efficiency, or responsiveness. Anticipates stakeholder needs and proactively addresses them to resolve concerns and balances stakeholder requests against capacity.
Category rating will be used to rank and select eligible candidates. If qualified, you will be assigned to one of three quality level categories:
A (highest quality category), B (middle quality category), or C (minimally qualified category), based on the assessment of Executive Competencies Narrative.
Veterans' preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Preference-eligibles will be listed at the top of their assigned category and considered before non-preference-eligibles in that category.
Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in one or more selection interviews.
Required Documents
A complete application includes 1. A resume, 2. Vacancy question responses, 3. Submission of any required documents, and 4. Executive Competencies Narrative. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.1. All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) Please limit your résumé to 2 pages. To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view resume tips.
2. Submission of any required documents identified below, if applicable: Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
- VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION:
- Submit member copy 4 of your DD-214 or other (certificate of release or discharge from active duty) or notice form.
- Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out the SF-15 and provide an official document dated 1991 or later, from the department of veterans affairs or from a branch of the armed forces, and/or any other associated documentation based on your preference.
- If applying based on eligibility under the veterans opportunity to work (vow) act, you must submit certification from the armed forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date you submit your application. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions.
- For more information on veterans' preference see Feds Hire Vets.
- CURRENT OR FORMER POLITICAL SCHEDULE A, SCHEDULE C, NON-CAREER SES OR PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEE EMPLOYEES: Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
- A separate, concise Executive Competencies Narrative (no more than 5 total pages), that addresses your experience applying the four Executive Competencies listed in the "How You Will be Evaluated" above to manage and achieve the goals of your organization(s).
See our tips on the application process and printable checklist to ensure each step of the application is completed.
How to Apply
Please review the entire announcement before applying.
You may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation as part of the job application process if you need one due to a disability, pregnancy; childbirth; or related medical conditions, or religion. Learn more about reasonable accommodations.
- To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
- Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen
- Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.
For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
To preview the questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101171
If you are unable to apply online, please contact: https://staffacq-applicant.opm.gov/hc/en-us/requests/new
Click here to view the announcement status or your application status. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application.
Agency contact information
Next steps
Once the online application is submitted, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your résumé and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the minimum qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting: Ana.GuzmanEvans@cfpb.gov
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant procurement manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field
- Experience with purchase order processing and vendor management systems
- Proficiency in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar tools
- Knowledge of contract negotiation and supplier performance evaluation
- Familiarity with sourcing strategies and total cost of ownership analysis
- Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel or data reporting tools
Tips for Your Assistant Procurement Manager Job Search
Quantify your sourcing savings clearly
Hiring managers for assistant procurement manager roles want to see cost reduction numbers on your resume. If you negotiated vendor contracts or reduced lead times, attach a specific outcome to each line, even if it's a percentage improvement rather than a dollar figure.
Highlight your category experience upfront
Procurement is category-driven. Identify whether a posting focuses on indirect spend, raw materials, or services, then mirror that language in your resume summary. A generic procurement resume loses out to one that matches the buyer's specific category focus.
Get your CPSM or CSCP certification moving
Many assistant procurement manager postings list a Certified Professional in Supply Management or APICS certification as preferred. Even being enrolled signals commitment. If you're between jobs or early in your search, starting a certification program strengthens your application immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant procurement manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a commodity or category case study
Many procurement interviews include a scenario where you're asked to source a commodity or evaluate a supplier. Practice walking through make-vs-buy logic, total cost of ownership, and risk factors out loud before your interview so your reasoning is structured and confident.
Follow up with procurement-specific context
After an interview, reference a supply chain development or sourcing trend relevant to that company's industry in your thank-you note. Procurement teams respond well to candidates who demonstrate they understand current market conditions, not just standard procurement process.
Assistant Procurement Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant procurement managers?
The most active employers for assistant procurement managers right now are IDEA Public Schools, Amazon, and GLOVIS America, and the most openings are in Texas, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing and healthcare organizations tend to hire at this level most consistently throughout the year.
How many assistant procurement manager jobs are remote?
About 56% of assistant procurement manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by function. Roles focused on indirect spend, vendor data analysis, and contract administration are more likely to be remote, while positions tied to on-site supplier audits or warehouse operations typically require an in-person presence.
How do you become an assistant procurement manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or operations, then gain hands-on experience in purchasing, buying, or logistics coordination. Build familiarity with an ERP platform and learn contract and vendor management fundamentals. Pursuing a supply chain certification such as the CPSM strengthens your candidacy and helps you move from analyst or buyer roles into an assistant manager title.
Can you get hired as an assistant procurement manager with little experience?
Yes, some assistant procurement manager roles are designed as stepping stones for candidates with one to two years in purchasing, inventory, or operations coordination. Emphasize any experience with purchase orders, supplier communication, or spend data analysis. Organizations in retail, distribution, and healthcare are often willing to develop candidates who demonstrate strong analytical skills and an understanding of sourcing fundamentals.
What does the assistant procurement manager interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screening call, a competency-based interview covering sourcing decisions and vendor situations, and a final round with a supply chain director or hiring manager. Some employers add a written exercise asking you to evaluate a hypothetical supplier or category spend. Questions frequently test your understanding of cost analysis, negotiation approach, and how you handle supplier performance issues.
Where can I find and apply to assistant procurement manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant procurement manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and category background, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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