Manager Procurement

Port Houston•Houston, TX

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence. Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact. Before submitting your application, please ensure your resume is ready for upload in either .doc or .pdf format. Application must be completed in full. Position Summary: Manages, assigns, executes, and implements Procurement Services initiatives supporting all the objectives, goals, and project requirements of the Port Houston strategic plan and vision. Manages and assists all departments in procuring goods and services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution required
5+ years of related experience in a similar role required
Knowledge of strategic sourcing
Knowledge of preparing business cases and financial analysis methods
Knowledge of informational systems functionality
Knowledge of asset management
Knowledge of procurement laws, best practices and Port Houston policies and procedures
Strong negotiation and mediation skills; excellent communications skills (strong verbal, written, listening and presentation skills required)
Skills of influence, persuasion and negotiation to achieve goals required
Skill in establishing and leading cross-functional teams
Skill in customer service
Solid quantitative and analytical skills
Supervisory and leadership skills
Ability to operate successfully in a complex environment and work effectively across multiple groups and levels
Ability to identify problems and challenges and provide solutions
Ability to work in a team setting, drive team results and support change management within the organization
Ability to build relationships and foster teamwork
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to interact professionally with various levels of Port Houston employees and outside representatives
Must possess an intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or Juris Doctorate preferred
Previous supervisory experience preferred
Certified Public Purchasing Officer preferred
Certified Texas Procurement Manager preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, plan, assign, schedule and direct work flow with the department; provide ongoing training and mentoring to departmental staff on processes, information management and procurement services
Participate in effective change management regarding supply management processes; champion and implement new supply management processes and procedures throughout the organization and with key stakeholders
Determine business requirements and analyzes sourcing situations; interpret patterns and trends from internal data and present summary reports to enable effective decision making that results in buying value, saving money, and mitigating risk
Engage stakeholders in strategic sourcing process; identify and establish partnering relationships with key stakeholders; articulate the mission, value, and processes of supply chain management to stakeholders
Coordinate and manage procurement services system software on business requirements, functionality specifications, system build outs in test, user acceptance and implementing deployment
Develop goals, objectives and performance standards consistent with Port Houston mission and values
Assist in the overall planning, organization and policy development of the department
Develop methods to reduce costs and increase efficiency within the department
Provide advice and counsel on communication with suppliers on the vendor registration process on e-procurement systems; interface with selected vendors to build and manage relationships or to intervene due to a crisis management situation; communicate effectively and resolve all vendor issues at the lowest level to avoid potential escalation
Support open competition, strong customer service and personal development; keep current on contract compliance regulations and apply new information and techniques as appropriate; establish effective communication and cooperation across functional boundaries
Provide continuous professional development and training for employees; coordinate with Small Business department to ensure small business vendor requirements are being met
Advise and assist senior staff on studies, investigations and analyses related to procurement
Serve as an effective interface between Port Houston and its contractors/vendors
Represent Port Houston in meetings with representatives of governmental agencies, professional and business organizations
Control and maintain vendor records in the financial system
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform related duties as required