Procurement & Vendor Manager

Company Overview By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next.

Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Position Overview By Light is seeking a Procurement & Vendor Manager to oversee contracts, pricing, vendor relationships, and the full lifecycle of commercial agreements supporting RangeOS and associated cyber training programs.

This role operates with minimal supervision and ensures that all vendor engagements, contractual commitments, and pricing structures align with program requirements, financial objectives, and compliance standards.

The position works closely with engineering, product, finance, and program leadership to support multi‑vendor integration.

Responsibilities Manage the full lifecycle of vendor contracts, including sourcing, negotiation, execution, renewals, and compliance.

Develop pricing models, rate structures, and cost analyses to support proposals, renewals, and program planning.

Coordinate with internal teams to ensure contractual terms align with technical, operational, and financial requirements.

Maintain accurate records of agreements, amendments, obligations, and vendor performance.

Support vendor onboarding, qualification, and ongoing relationship management.

Ensure timely procurement of software, hardware, services, and licensing required for RangeOS deployments.

Collaborate with finance and program management to forecast spend, track budgets, and manage cost efficiencies.

Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor escalations, contract questions, and commercial negotiations.

Analysis and Planning Evaluate vendor proposals, pricing structures, and contract terms for alignment with program needs.