Procurement Manager Jobs in Florida
Procurement Manager jobs in Florida are in high demand, with active hiring concentrated in defense contracting, healthcare systems, construction, and logistics, covering everything from entry-level purchasing analysts stepping into management to senior sourcing directors overseeing complex supply chains. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando lead in open positions, anchored by large employers such as Lockheed Martin, AdventHealth, and Lennar. The most in-demand specialties right now are strategic sourcing, contract management, and supply chain risk. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JACKSONVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Procurement Project Manager FLSA STATUS: Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Procurement Department UNION STATUS: None
REPORTS TO: Director of Contracts and Procurement SALARY RANGE: $65,000-$75,0000
POSITION SUMMARY
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Determine and implement the appropriate method of procurement to secure the requested service, commodities or supplies within an assigned department area.
- Develop scopes and specifications and prepare solicitations including Invitation for Bid, (IFB), Request for Proposal (RFP), and Request for Qualifications (RFQ).
- Oversee the soliciting of bids and proposal evaluation process in accordance with JHA’s policy, and perform bid analysis and make the appropriate procurement recommendation.
- Prepare and process purchase orders, review requesting department documentation for accuracy and completeness and verify vendor information.
- Determine the most responsive and responsible vendor that meets selection criteria based on selected procurement method.
- Conduct and coordinate team meetings and facilitate pre-bid and pre-proposals meetings, bid openings, and evaluation committee meetings with departments.
- Research sources of supply and analyze the market based upon the requested commodity and/or service and submit procurement recommendation to JHA management.
- Resolve disputes between suppliers and user department regarding service, cost, and delivery.
- Prepare appropriate correspondence to suppliers relating to inquiries and procurement issues.
- Perform procurement outreach activities and participate in vendor fairs communicating Jacksonville Housing Authority's procurement process.
- Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of assigned contract files and various report documentation for accuracy to ensure information is properly stored on JHA network.
- Ensure JHA adherence to federal, state, and local procurement policies, regulations, and standards.
- Responsible for the maintenance of Procurement, Compliance and Vendor data information within the department system database.
- Analyze and track Procurement and Compliance activities related to the annual buying plans to provide status information while ensuring accurate reporting.
- Create, maintain, and disseminate purchase orders and Procurement and Compliance contract files to department staff.
- Provide administrative support to the leadership team in procurement as needed.
- Perform research, analyze, facilitate and own the process in responding to requests on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
- Perform vendor reference checks
- Perform debarment checks, ownership disclosures and State of Florida good standing verification for all recommendations of awards.
- Budget monitoring and preparation; budget revisions; process invoices for payment
- Prepare purchase requisitions, prepare agenda items for Board of Commissioners meetings
- Investigate and respond to internal and external Procurement work requests.
- Assist vendors and staff in utilizing Procurement systems.
- Prepare and assemble departmental work materials for distribution.
- Coordinate solicitation information for advertisement on JHA website and in newspapers.
- Facilitate pre-submittal meetings, bid openings, vendor workshops, staff training, and other meetings, as assigned.
- Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and understanding of procurement methods, principles and terminology. Requires effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to work with a diverse staff of managerial and professional employees. Strong knowledge in areas of research, data analysis, and problem solving is required. Understand interdependencies between technology, operations and business needs. Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills. The ability and skill to exercise and use sound business judgment, discretion, maintain confidentiality and work on multiple projects simultaneously. Skilled in providing customer service. The ability to perform and work well under pressure. Must be self-directed, motivated, team oriented and able to work independently on complex and crucial projects.
It is encouraged that a purchasing/contracting/procurement certification be obtained, and example certifications are: The National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP), and the National Association of Purchasing Managers. This role requires competent computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general math aptitude to perform statistical calculations.
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit with your application a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference.
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans' Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311
Largo, FL 33778-1630
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us
JACKSONVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Procurement Project Manager FLSA STATUS: Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Procurement Department UNION STATUS: None
REPORTS TO: Director of Contracts and Procurement SALARY RANGE: $65,000-$75,0000
POSITION SUMMARY
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Determine and implement the appropriate method of procurement to secure the requested service, commodities or supplies within an assigned department area.
- Develop scopes and specifications and prepare solicitations including Invitation for Bid, (IFB), Request for Proposal (RFP), and Request for Qualifications (RFQ).
- Oversee the soliciting of bids and proposal evaluation process in accordance with JHA’s policy, and perform bid analysis and make the appropriate procurement recommendation.
- Prepare and process purchase orders, review requesting department documentation for accuracy and completeness and verify vendor information.
- Determine the most responsive and responsible vendor that meets selection criteria based on selected procurement method.
- Conduct and coordinate team meetings and facilitate pre-bid and pre-proposals meetings, bid openings, and evaluation committee meetings with departments.
- Research sources of supply and analyze the market based upon the requested commodity and/or service and submit procurement recommendation to JHA management.
- Resolve disputes between suppliers and user department regarding service, cost, and delivery.
- Prepare appropriate correspondence to suppliers relating to inquiries and procurement issues.
- Perform procurement outreach activities and participate in vendor fairs communicating Jacksonville Housing Authority's procurement process.
- Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of assigned contract files and various report documentation for accuracy to ensure information is properly stored on JHA network.
- Ensure JHA adherence to federal, state, and local procurement policies, regulations, and standards.
- Responsible for the maintenance of Procurement, Compliance and Vendor data information within the department system database.
- Analyze and track Procurement and Compliance activities related to the annual buying plans to provide status information while ensuring accurate reporting.
- Create, maintain, and disseminate purchase orders and Procurement and Compliance contract files to department staff.
- Provide administrative support to the leadership team in procurement as needed.
- Perform research, analyze, facilitate and own the process in responding to requests on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
- Perform vendor reference checks
- Perform debarment checks, ownership disclosures and State of Florida good standing verification for all recommendations of awards.
- Budget monitoring and preparation; budget revisions; process invoices for payment
- Prepare purchase requisitions, prepare agenda items for Board of Commissioners meetings
- Investigate and respond to internal and external Procurement work requests.
- Assist vendors and staff in utilizing Procurement systems.
- Prepare and assemble departmental work materials for distribution.
- Coordinate solicitation information for advertisement on JHA website and in newspapers.
- Facilitate pre-submittal meetings, bid openings, vendor workshops, staff training, and other meetings, as assigned.
- Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and understanding of procurement methods, principles and terminology. Requires effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to work with a diverse staff of managerial and professional employees. Strong knowledge in areas of research, data analysis, and problem solving is required. Understand interdependencies between technology, operations and business needs. Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills. The ability and skill to exercise and use sound business judgment, discretion, maintain confidentiality and work on multiple projects simultaneously. Skilled in providing customer service. The ability to perform and work well under pressure. Must be self-directed, motivated, team oriented and able to work independently on complex and crucial projects.
It is encouraged that a purchasing/contracting/procurement certification be obtained, and example certifications are: The National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP), and the National Association of Purchasing Managers. This role requires competent computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general math aptitude to perform statistical calculations.
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit with your application a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference.
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans' Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311
Largo, FL 33778-1630
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us
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- Staffing & Recruiting
- Energy
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in procurement manager jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field required
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) credential preferred
- Five or more years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience
- Demonstrated experience managing vendor negotiations and multi-million-dollar contracts
- Proficiency with procurement software such as SAP Ariba, Oracle, or Coupa
- Experience in Florida-dominant industries such as defense, healthcare, or construction preferred
Procurement Manager Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a procurement manager in Florida?
The most common path is earning a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field, then building several years of experience in purchasing or sourcing roles. Florida does not require a state-issued license for procurement managers, but hiring managers in defense, healthcare, and government contracting strongly favor the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) credentials, both of which are nationally recognized and widely cited in Florida job listings.
How much do procurement managers make in Florida?
Procurement managers in Florida earn a median of about $133,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,460 for the lowest 10% to over $211,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire procurement managers in Florida?
Employers hiring procurement managers in Florida right now include Jobot, Refresco, and Titan America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's deep presence in defense manufacturing, large hospital networks, and residential construction means procurement roles here often require industry-specific sourcing expertise rather than generalist backgrounds.
Which Florida cities have the most procurement manager jobs?
Tampa, Miramar, and Jacksonville have the most procurement manager openings in Florida. Miami's concentration of multinational headquarters and logistics operations, Tampa's growing defense and healthcare sectors, and Orlando's large construction and hospitality industries each generate consistent demand, meaning openings across the state tend to cluster where major employer headquarters and regional offices are already established.
Are there remote procurement manager jobs in Florida?
Yes, and more than many comparable management roles, since procurement work is largely analytical, contract-driven, and software-based. About 50% of procurement manager openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the role's desk-heavy nature. Strategic sourcing, vendor analysis, and contract review are the functions most commonly performed fully remote, while supplier audits and on-site inventory oversight typically require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a procurement manager in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a purchasing coordinator or buyer role first, which large Florida employers such as hospital networks, county governments, and defense contractors regularly fill with candidates holding a supply chain or business degree and no prior management experience. Florida's public sector, including Miami-Dade County and the state's university system, runs structured procurement associate programs that serve as a direct pipeline. Earning a CPSM certification early and gaining hands-on experience with Ariba or Coupa gives candidates a measurable edge when applying for that first manager role.
Where can I find and apply to procurement manager jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to procurement manager jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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