Manager, Assistant, Purchasing

Trinity River Authority of Texas • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Assistant Manager of Public Purchasing supports the Trinity River Authority of Texas (TRA) by overseeing procurement operations that ensure transparency, accountability, and best value for the Authority. The position assists in managing centralized purchasing functions for goods, services, construction, and engineering consulting contracts necessary to operate TRA water, wastewater, and infrastructure systems. The Assistant Manager helps ensure that all purchasing actions align with the Texas Water Code, Texas Government Code, Texas Administrative Code, and TRA procurement policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of public-sector procurement experience, preferably with utilities, water authorities, or municipal organizations.
• Knowledge of Texas procurement law and requirements for engineering and construction procurements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• CTCD, CTCM, CTP, CPPB, or CPPO certifications preferred.
• Experience supporting capital projects, utility operations, or technical procurement environments.
• Experience with water/wastewater operations or infrastructure procurement.
• Experience with TRA procurement procedures or Texas water authority contracting practices.
• Experience with Maximo and Lawson operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing daily procurement operations for TRA facilities, capital projects, plant operations, and administrative needs.
• Ensure compliance with statutes governing water authority procurement, including construction and engineering procurement requirements.
• Prepare, review, and approve solicitations, including RFBs, RFPs, RFQs, construction bids, and professional engineering services selections.
• Coordinate closely with TRA engineering, plant operations, and project management teams to align procurement strategies with operational needs.
• Provide leadership, training, and guidance to TRA purchasing staff.
• Ensure procurement documentation meets audit and regulatory standards and supports transparency.
• Assist with HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) tracking and management.
• Facilitate vendor communications, pre-bid meetings, evaluations, and negotiation activities.
• Support improvements to TRA procurement procedures, templates, and systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager