Job DescriptionSentinel Blue is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Procurement Manager to support and coordinate our procurement, licensing, and vendor management operations. This individual plays a key role in ensuring that hardware, software, and services are ordered accurately, delivered on time, and properly tracked across the organization, including coordinating logistics and fulfillment. This role is primarily focused on day-to-day procurement coordination while also supporting oversight and alignment of related activities across the team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong follow-through, and keeps processes organized and running smoothly while supporting internal teams and client needs.A day in the Procurement Manager role:The Procurement Manager starts their day by reviewing active orders, licensing requests, and vendor communications, ensuring all procurement activities are progressing accurately and on schedule. They quickly identify any blockers as vendor delays, order discrepancies, or licensing questions and work to resolve them while keeping internal teams informed. Throughout the day, they act as a central point of coordination for procurement operations, working closely with internal teams to fulfill requests, confirm requirements, and ensure accuracy across all orders and renewals. They engage with vendors to obtain quotes, track orders, and support ongoing relationships, ensuring products and services are delivered as expected. They also support the oversight of a small team, helping coordinate device deployment and related activities to ensure alignment with procurement efforts. As priorities shift, they adapt quickly balancing multiple requests, maintaining organized records, and ensuring operations continue to run smoothly. By the end of the day, the Procurement Manager has helped ensure procurement and licensing activities are organized, accurate, and moving forward efficiently, supporting both internal operations and client needs.Responsibilities:Coordinate end-to-end procurement processes for hardware, software, licensing, and servicesWork with internal teams to gather requirements, validate requests, and ensure accurate orderingObtain quotes, place orders, and track fulfillment with vendors to ensure timely deliveryCoordinate shipping, delivery, and tracking of hardware and related equipmentCoordinate with vendors and support ongoing relationships, including communication and issue resolutionSupport software licensing procurement, renewals, and trackingMaintain accurate records of orders, licenses, warranties, and vendor agreementsMonitor upcoming renewals and expirations to help ensure continuity of servicesCollaborate with finance and billing teams to support alignment between procurement and invoicingSupport and help coordinate a small team, including device deployment and related activitiesAssist with inventory tracking, logistics coordination, and device lifecycle support as neededWhat We Can Offer:Sentinel Blue is a young company with a focused mission: Were bringing enterprise-class cybersecurity to small and medium sized businesses. Frankly, we are pushing the envelope of how things are done and constantly seeking innovative ways to meet that mission. The pace is fast, and we are always learning new things. This is a great place if you want to expose yourself to new and emerging technologies, want to be challenged, and want to build your skills. Further, success in this role can quickly transition into a team leadership role. The right person will find themselves in a fun, dynamic environment, working on interesting problems and making a real difference.Requirements:U.S. citizenship by nature of our work with the defense industry, all employees must be eligible for a Secret clearance1–3 years of experience in procurement, operations, administrative coordination, or a related role, preferably within a technology or professional services environmentStrong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting demandsExcellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy across orders, documentation, and trackingStrong communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across internal teams and external vendorsAbility to work independently in a remote environment while staying aligned with team and business prioritiesProficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, and other collaboration platformsDesired Qualifications:Experience working in a managed service provider MSP or similar fast-paced, client-focused environmentFamiliarity with IT hardware, software, or licensing conceptsPrevious experience with Microsoft AOS-G and Microsoft partner procurement is strongly preferredExposure to Microsoft licensing, particularly Microsoft 365 or GCC High environmentsExperience with documentation, tracking systems, or PSA tools (for example HaloPSA, Confluence, or similar platforms)Benefits:Fully paid individual healthcare, vision and dental insurance for the employeePaid certification and training opportunitiesThree weeks of paid vacation plus ten paid holidaysA supportive environment with a focus on keeping healthy work life balanceRetirement benefit 401k with company match
