Procurement Contract Manager Jobs in San Ramon, CA

Department: San Francisco International Airport
Job class: 1824 - Principal Administrative Analyst
Salary range: $144,016.00 - $177,528.00
Role type: Temporary Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

About:

Appointment Type: Temporary-Exempt (TEX). This position is exempt from Civil Service Commission rules pursuant to the City and County of San Francisco, Charter Section 10.104. Exempt employees are considered "at will" and serve at the pleasure of appointing authority. The maximum duration of this exempt appointment is up to three (3) years.

• Application Opening: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
• Application Deadline: Apply Immediately. Application filing will be open at least through 5:00 PM on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, and will close any time thereafter.
• Compensation Range: $144,016 - $177,528 annually
• Recruitment ID: RTF0166678-01137655
• Location:  San Francisco International Airport
• Working Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Working at SFO

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the most dynamic and consequential airports in the world, serving as the primary international gateway to Northern California and Silicon Valley. As an enterprise department of the City and County of San Francisco, SFO welcomes over 54 million guests annually and offers nonstop service to more than 140 destinations worldwide on 50+ airlines.

SFO is far more than a transportation hub. It is a recognized leader in environmental sustainability, equity, arts and culture, and forward-thinking infrastructure. With approximately 1,900 City employees and a broader community of more than 25,000 workers across airlines, concessionaires, and partners, SFO generates significant economic vitality across the Bay Area region.

Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first. Our core values of Safety and Security, Teamwork, Excellence, Care, and Equity guide everything we do as we build a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.

SFO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. Applicants are considered regardless of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under applicable law.

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Principal Contracts Analyst

Under general direction of the Procurement Services Director, the 1824 Principal Contracts Analyst, will lead complex procurement modernization initiatives, conduct advanced process analysis, develop strategic recommendations, manage project deliverables, and oversee the work of 182x's-level analysts supporting project implementation. This position will focus exclusively on modernization and process improvement activities and will not be responsible for routine procurement transaction processing.

The essential functions of this classication include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Lead comprehensive reviews and assessments of existing procurement processes, procedures, and workflows.
2. Lead assigned modernization workstreams and ensure completion of project milestones and deliverables.
3. Conduct process mapping, workflow analysis, and stakeholder interviews to identify inefficiencies, gaps, redundancies, and opportunities for improvement.
4. Develop process improvement strategies, implementation plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
5. Create process maps, visual workflows, and support documentation using tools such as Miro, Word, and SharePoint.
6. Review existing procurement policies, procedures, templates, and guidance documents to establish a standardized framework.
7. Organize, migrate, and maintain procurement resources, templates, procedures, and training materials.
8. Establish document management standards to improve accessibility, version control, and knowledge sharing.
9. Develop a comprehensive procurement training curriculum for procurement analysts, contract managers, vendors, and specialty user groups.
10. Lead stakeholder engagement activities with SFO divisions, procurement customers, contract managers, and vendor communities.
11. Develop a comprehensive procurement training curriculum for procurement analysts, contract managers, vendors, and specialty user groups.
12. Develop procurement communication materials, outreach resources, and informational content.
13. Perform other functions outlined in the 1824 Principal Administrative Analyst job classification

1. Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, AND 
2. Experience: Five (5) years' full-time work, equivalent experience performing professional-level analytical work. Qualifying professional-level analytical work includes analysis, development, administration, and reporting in major programs and functions of an organization in the areas of budgets, contracts, grants, policy, or other functional areas related to the duties of positions in the 182X Class series

Substitution:

Possession of a graduate degree (master's degree or higher) from an accredited college or university with major coursework in specialized subject matter areas such as public or business administration, management, business law, contract law, public policy, urban studies, economics, statistical analysis, finance, accounting or other fields of study closely related to the essential functions of positions in the Class series may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience.

Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of 2 years). Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units equal one year.

Desirable Qualifications

Any stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred to for hiring. 

• Procurement experience: 3+ years supporting procurement, sourcing, or vendor coordination.
• Customer service skills: 3+ years resolving customer or stakeholder issues with strong satisfaction outcomes.
• Technical/business writing: 3+ years preparing clear reports, SOPs, or business documentation.
• Technology adaptability: 3 years working with digital tools and learning new platforms quickly.
• Power BI & analytics: 3 years of experience with Power BI, data analysis, or tech implementation.

Selection Procedures:

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following: 

The selection process will include the evaluation of applications about minimum requirements.  Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview.  Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates.  If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited for an interview.

Notes: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Clearance:
Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission are required to undergo a criminal history record check, including FBI fingerprints, and Security Threat Assessment in order to determine eligibility for security clearance and may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening. Per Civil Service Commission Rule Section 110.9.1, every applicant for an examination must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for the examination. Failure to obtain and maintain security clearance may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission.

Verification:
Applicants will receive a confirmation email from [email protected] that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Verification of Education and Experience

Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/.

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Where to Apply

All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Please visit https://careers.sf.gov/ to begin your application process.

Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110.

Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email from [email protected] that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions, you may contact Ronnie Jones at [email protected].

Recruitment ID: RTF0166678-01137655

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.