Assistant Chief Procurement Officer
About The Position
Performs managerial and technical work in support of the procurement and contract staff and the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). Exercises considerable independent judgment when supervising employees, managing the daily process, negotiating contracts, and applying city code, policies, procedures, and federal and state law. Responsible for the administration of complex solicitations, programs, special projects, and assignments. Apply the principles of accountability, ethics, impartiality, professionalism, service, and transparency in procurement. Provides direct supervision of procurement operations (goods, services, construction, and professional services) and manages day-to-day operations to ensure effective and consistent workflow. Work is performed under the direction of the CPO. Performance is reviewed through periodic conferences, observations, and analysis of results, reports, and recommendations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related business field, four (4) years progressively responsible experience in the procurement and contracting of materials, equipment, and service contracts, two (2) years supervisory experience, and two (2) years experience in governmental procurement; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Must hold industry standard procurement certification(s) such as NIGP-CPP (NIGP Certified Procurement Professional), CPPB (Certified Public Purchasing Buyer), CPPO (Certified Public Purchasing Officer), CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), AAP (Accredited Purchasing Practitioner), or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management).
Responsibilities
- Performs managerial and technical work in support of the procurement and contract staff and the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO).
- Exercises considerable independent judgment when supervising employees, managing the daily process, negotiating contracts, and applying city code, policies, procedures, and federal and state law.
- Responsible for the administration of complex solicitations, programs, special projects, and assignments.
- Apply the principles of accountability, ethics, impartiality, professionalism, service, and transparency in procurement.
- Provides direct supervision of procurement operations (goods, services, construction, and professional services) and manages day-to-day operations to ensure effective and consistent workflow.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
