Business Operations Manager - Contracts and Procurement

Business Operations Manager - Contracts and Procurement

Compensation: $85,000 – $105,000 annually
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt, 100% On-Site
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What We Offer

• Top 401(k) plans in the industry: Employer contribution of 5% plus a 6% match (total of 11%)

• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Personal, Vacation, and Sick Leave

• Paid Holidays

Who We Are

The Arc Mercer is a trusted leader in providing comprehensive support and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across Mercer County.

• 500 Employees
• 70mm Budget
• Vocational Business Operations with a focus on Social Enterprise

About the Role

75% Business Operations / Budget Mgmt

25% Contract Life-cycle Management & Procurement

***This is not an Accounting Role***

The Business Operations Manager – Budgets, Contracts & Procurement is a high‑visibility strategic role that sits at the center of financial stewardship and operational excellence. This leader will shape how the organization designs, manages, and optimizes its budgets across multiple business lines—partnering closely with front-line managers to analyze current spend, build thoughtful and scalable budget frameworks, and drive disciplined budget adherence.

Beyond budget leadership, this role will own the evaluation and optimization of third‑party contracts and guide procurement strategy to ensure the organization is making smart, cost‑effective decisions that support long‑term growth. It’s an exceptional opportunity for a business operations professional with consulting‑level analytical skills—someone who thrives on turning complex information into clear insights, building systems that scale, and influencing decisions that strengthen the organization’s financial and operational foundation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Organizational Planning

• Heavy Business Operations leadership experience
• Lead multi-month planning efforts and translate qualitative and quantitative insights into clear 3- to 5-year strategic plans
• Synthesize financial, programmatic, and stakeholder data into concise insights for executive decision-making
• Conduct qualitative analysis of focus groups, interviews, and board discussions to identify organizational priorities

Financial & Scenario Modeling

• Build budgets & manage them
• Articulate what a business will do through a budget
• Build multi-year financial and scenario-planning models to evaluate growth trajectories, program feasibility, and funding needs
• Present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and boards

Contracts Management & Procurement

• Oversee contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, and renewals
• Strengthen procurement processes to improve efficiency, transparency, and alignment with organizational goals
• Advise leadership on operational improvements, resource allocation, and staffing structures
• One-time and ongoing business operations procurement
• Additional operational contracts as needed

Qualifications

• Experience contributing to or leading strategic planning initiatives, preferably within organizations with annual budgets of $10M–$70M
• Strong financial modeling and scenario-planning expertise
• Proven ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
• Background in contracts management, procurement, or business operations
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Us? At The Arc Mercer, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference. Join a supportive, professional environment that values growth, collaboration, and the power of inclusion. Here, you'll have the opportunity to empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential, while building your own skills and career through ongoing training and development.

If you're passionate about helping others thrive in the workplace and the community, we invite you to bring your talents to our team. Together, we'll create meaningful opportunities and make a lasting impact. Join us at The Arc Mercer-where every day is an opportunity to change lives.

Have Questions? Email us at recruiter@arcmercer.org or call 609-477-9806 for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer The Arc Mercer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Salary : $85,000 - $105,000