Procurement Manager Jobs in Colorado
Procurement Manager jobs in Colorado concentrate in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where aerospace and defense contractors, government agencies, and technology firms drive consistent demand at every level from entry-level supply chain analyst to senior director of procurement. Large employers with lasting Colorado footprints include Lockheed Martin, DaVita, and the University of Colorado Health system, all of which maintain active sourcing and contracts functions. The most in-demand specialties are government and defense contracting, healthcare supply chain, and construction and infrastructure procurement. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Come join our table!
At Idahoan Foods, we bring people and families together by providing high quality, convenient food that delights and nourishes lives. As a top 20 household penetration CPG brand, when you join our table, you’re joining a team that aims high and values collaboration, continuous improvement, sustainable sourcing and innovation, active engagement in the community, and doing the right thing. We understand that it’s our team members that serve as the foundation of our ambitious future and we’re committed to knowing you, growing you, and celebrating you.
Job purpose
This position is responsible for building, implementing, and managing our category spend and strategy for Idahoan’s Ingredient spend (not including Raw Materials/Potatoes) throughout the Idahoan Supply Chain network. As an integral part of Idahoan’s Procurement Team, you will work to find suppliers and resources that fit with our business goals and customer demands. You will be a key contributor to support the growth, innovation, and sustainability ambitions of the business. You will lead and contribute to key sourcing projects relating to internal production, while monitoring and driving key performance indicators related to financial performance, quality, standardization across sites, Design to Value (DTV) and responsible sourcing, with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This role reports to the Senior Director – Sourcing & IBP and will closely partner with our R&D and Quality teams.
Main Responsibilities
- Develop and implement category strategies for all Ingredient spend
- Manage strategic sourcing initiatives, including the preparation and execution of all RFP, RFQ and RFI processes, as well as direct negotiations
- Partner with R&D to identify alternate and innovative ideas/suppliers to provide business solutions, challenge requirements, and specifications to create a competitive advantage
- Develop qualified, competitive sources of supply on a continuing basis through a comprehensive financial and market review to assist with both risk mitigation and commercial advantage
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Manage stakeholder engagement and alignment throughout the end-to-end sourcing process
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, insights, risks, and opportunities
- Support savings tracking processes and measure contract compliance and other key metrics to ensure targets are being met and value is being delivered to the business
- Manage the end-to-end contract process for Ingredient contracts
- Knowledge of best practice sourcing/procurement procedures and processes, external trends, global supply markets, and commodity hedging
- Assist internal stakeholders in managing supplier relationships, tracking supplier performance metrics, and communicating performance feedback to suppliers
- Align with policies and procedures to further drive process controls and compliance
- Experience working in an ERP system and ability to transact and run reports
- Lead team’s employee engagement efforts through regular communications, clear goals and priorities, and ongoing feedback
- Special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Required Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Food Technology, or related discipline.
- Procurement/Supply Chain accreditation will be viewed favorably, e.g., CIPS, CPSM
- 5+ years of professional experience in Sourcing and Procurement, having sourced key commodities including Dairy, Fats & Oils, Starches, Flavors, Spices etc.
- Collaborative team player and leader able to build a positive work environment
- Strong sense of ownership, sense of urgency, drive, and motivation
- Ability to lead and influence change in the face of complexity and ambiguity
- Effective relationship-building skills and the ability to work with people at all levels in the organization
- Strong negotiation skills
Other Details
- Willingness to travel up to 10% based on internal and external business needs
- This position is located in our Corporate Office
Alignment with Core Values of the Company
- Respect & Value Our People
- Stay in Front of Change While Reducing Costs
- Delight Our Customers
- Food Quality & Safety
Benefits
- Salary Range: $110k - $130k, DOE
- Bonus Potential
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for full-time team members
- PTO (Vacation, Sick, and Holidays) for full-time team members
- 401K match
- Company paid disability and life insurance policies
- Paid maternity and parental leave
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Come join our table!
At Idahoan Foods, we bring people and families together by providing high quality, convenient food that delights and nourishes lives. As a top 20 household penetration CPG brand, when you join our table, you’re joining a team that aims high and values collaboration, continuous improvement, sustainable sourcing and innovation, active engagement in the community, and doing the right thing. We understand that it’s our team members that serve as the foundation of our ambitious future and we’re committed to knowing you, growing you, and celebrating you.
Job purpose
This position is responsible for building, implementing, and managing our category spend and strategy for Idahoan’s Ingredient spend (not including Raw Materials/Potatoes) throughout the Idahoan Supply Chain network. As an integral part of Idahoan’s Procurement Team, you will work to find suppliers and resources that fit with our business goals and customer demands. You will be a key contributor to support the growth, innovation, and sustainability ambitions of the business. You will lead and contribute to key sourcing projects relating to internal production, while monitoring and driving key performance indicators related to financial performance, quality, standardization across sites, Design to Value (DTV) and responsible sourcing, with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This role reports to the Senior Director – Sourcing & IBP and will closely partner with our R&D and Quality teams.
Main Responsibilities
- Develop and implement category strategies for all Ingredient spend
- Manage strategic sourcing initiatives, including the preparation and execution of all RFP, RFQ and RFI processes, as well as direct negotiations
- Partner with R&D to identify alternate and innovative ideas/suppliers to provide business solutions, challenge requirements, and specifications to create a competitive advantage
- Develop qualified, competitive sources of supply on a continuing basis through a comprehensive financial and market review to assist with both risk mitigation and commercial advantage
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Manage stakeholder engagement and alignment throughout the end-to-end sourcing process
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, insights, risks, and opportunities
- Support savings tracking processes and measure contract compliance and other key metrics to ensure targets are being met and value is being delivered to the business
- Manage the end-to-end contract process for Ingredient contracts
- Knowledge of best practice sourcing/procurement procedures and processes, external trends, global supply markets, and commodity hedging
- Assist internal stakeholders in managing supplier relationships, tracking supplier performance metrics, and communicating performance feedback to suppliers
- Align with policies and procedures to further drive process controls and compliance
- Experience working in an ERP system and ability to transact and run reports
- Lead team’s employee engagement efforts through regular communications, clear goals and priorities, and ongoing feedback
- Special projects as assigned
Qualifications/Required Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Food Technology, or related discipline.
- Procurement/Supply Chain accreditation will be viewed favorably, e.g., CIPS, CPSM
- 5+ years of professional experience in Sourcing and Procurement, having sourced key commodities including Dairy, Fats & Oils, Starches, Flavors, Spices etc.
- Collaborative team player and leader able to build a positive work environment
- Strong sense of ownership, sense of urgency, drive, and motivation
- Ability to lead and influence change in the face of complexity and ambiguity
- Effective relationship-building skills and the ability to work with people at all levels in the organization
- Strong negotiation skills
Other Details
- Willingness to travel up to 10% based on internal and external business needs
- This position is located in our Corporate Office
Alignment with Core Values of the Company
- Respect & Value Our People
- Stay in Front of Change While Reducing Costs
- Delight Our Customers
- Food Quality & Safety
Benefits
- Salary Range: $110k - $130k, DOE
- Bonus Potential
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for full-time team members
- PTO (Vacation, Sick, and Holidays) for full-time team members
- 401K match
- Company paid disability and life insurance policies
- Paid maternity and parental leave
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in procurement manager jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) credential preferred
- Five or more years of experience managing sourcing, contracts, or vendor relationships
- Demonstrated experience with federal or state government contracting and FAR compliance
- Proficiency in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or PeopleSoft for procurement workflows
- Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier performance and contract compliance
Procurement Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a procurement manager in Colorado?
Most procurement managers in Colorado start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field and build experience in purchasing, contracts, or vendor management roles before moving into management. Colorado has no state-issued license for procurement, but earning a nationally recognized credential such as the CPSM through the Institute for Supply Management or the CPPB for public-sector buyers significantly strengthens candidacy with Colorado's government agencies and large contractors.
How much do procurement managers make in Colorado?
Procurement managers in Colorado earn a median of about $171,250 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $122,790 for the lowest 10% to over $247,610 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire procurement managers in Colorado?
Employers hiring procurement managers in Colorado right now include Spectrum, Danone, and Terumo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace and defense contractors, regional health systems, and state and local government agencies creates particularly consistent demand for experienced procurement professionals across the Front Range.
Which Colorado cities have the most procurement manager jobs?
Denver, Louisville, and Centennial account for the largest share of procurement manager openings in Colorado. Denver dominates because it is home to the state's largest corporate headquarters, government agencies, and hospital systems, while Colorado Springs draws heavily from the defense and military contracting sector, and Boulder reflects demand from technology and bioscience firms operating along the U.S. 36 corridor.
Are there remote procurement manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 89% of procurement manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves contract review, supplier communication, and ERP-based purchasing that can be done off-site. The most consistently remote sub-functions are indirect procurement, software and IT vendor management, and category management roles that do not require hands-on warehouse or construction site presence.
How can I get hired as a procurement manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a purchasing coordinator or procurement analyst role first, then building toward management. Large Colorado employers such as DaVita, UC Health, and state agencies under the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration regularly post entry-level contracts and sourcing positions that do not require prior management experience. Earning the Certified Purchasing Professional credential or completing a supply chain certificate through a Colorado community college strengthens early applications, and lateral moves from roles in logistics coordination, accounts payable, or project administration are common stepping stones in this market.
Where can I find and apply to procurement manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to procurement manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings posted by Colorado employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account or profile is required to view or apply to open positions.
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