Assistant Procurement Manager

City Of Elgin • Elgin, IL

394d • $89,280 - $93,746

About The Position

The Assistant Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the purchasing and contracting of services, supplies, materials, and equipment for the City of Elgin. This role involves managing bid processes, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement procedures under the supervision of the Procurement Manager. The position requires a combination of administrative and professional skills to effectively support the city's procurement activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three years of experience in purchasing and contracting for a variety of services, supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of business methods, markets, and purchasing practices.
• Knowledge of laws relating to public purchasing.
• Ability to write clear and concise contracts and specifications.
• Extensive knowledge of MS Office Suite and electronic mail systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in local government procurement.

Responsibilities

• Creating, coordinating, and overseeing bid, quotes, and RFP activities for the City.
• Posting and unsealing of bids and RFPs, checking for all required documentation prior to creating and posting bid tabulation sheets.
• Preparing and maintaining appropriate files and records; developing and maintaining relationships with vendors.
• Advising departments on procurement procedures.
• Reviewing and approving purchase orders and change orders.
• Managing and maintaining contracts approved by City Council.
• Assisting in the management of the City wide P-Card program.
• Assisting in the management of the City wide Cell Phone Plan.
• Serving as an approver for a variety of purchasing tasks within the ERP system.
• Serving as a backup to the Purchasing Order Administrator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree