Government Contractor Procurement Lead/Manager

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust Applied Intuition's solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor, MI, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. (Note: For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception.)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Procurement Lead/Manager to establish a procurement function for government contracting operations. The successful candidate will have 4+ years of procurement experience, strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and the ability to establish procurement processes and internal controls. This individual will operate effectively in a highly dynamic, fast-paced, and diverse environment, supporting multiple sites and business units.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

Lead the development and implementation of procurement processes, procedures, and internal controls in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and corporate policies

Ensure readiness for and compliance with DCMA Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) and related audit requirements

Conduct full-cycle procurement activities, including preparing RFQs, evaluating bids, and issuing purchase orders

Perform cost and price analysis for materials and services and maintain documentation to support audit compliance

Identify and qualify alternate and approved suppliers; negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery to maximize value and compliance

Process Bills of Materials (BOMs) and coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and Program Management to meet project timelines and technical requirements

Manage and maintain approved vendor lists to ensure suppliers meet government security and quality requirements

Monitor procurement schedules and open commitments, ensuring timely material delivery to support contract milestones

Collaborate across multiple sites and business units to consolidate needs and ensure alignment with strategic procurement goals

Participate in procurement audits and internal/external reviews; maintain procurement files and documentation in accordance with government standards

Continuously assess and improve procurement practices to increase efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance

We're looking for someone who has:

4+ years of procurement experience within a federal government contracting environment

Expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government procurement compliance.

Experience with DCMA audits, including Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR)

Demonstrated ability to establish and improve procurement processes and internal controls

Strong experience coordinating across multi-site operations and supporting diverse business needs

Proven capability in cost and price analysis, supplier negotiations, and schedule management

Proficiency in procurement and ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Oracle, Unanet)

Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills; able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Nice to have:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Familiarity with ITAR, EAR, and other regulatory requirements

Prior experience in DoD, aerospace, or defense contracting environments

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $120,000 - $150,000 USD annually.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.