Senior Procurement Specialist

City of Fresno • Fresno, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is your opportunity to join a high-performing organization and play a key role in supporting the City of Fresno’s purchasing activities. The General Services Department is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to perform advanced procurement work and provide lead direction within the Purchasing Division. As the advanced working and lead-level classification in the Procurement Specialist series, the Senior Procurement Specialist prepares complex formal and informal bids and Requests for Proposals; procures materials, supplies, services, equipment, and projects; develops and reviews specifications; conducts bid and proposal openings; analyzes proposals and prepares evaluation reports; and supports City department in defining purchasing needs while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies. The position may also provide lead direction to Procurement Specialists and support staff, offering guidance on complex specifications, bid processes, and procurement requirements. Step into a role where your technical expertise and leadership help uphold the City’s commitment to excellence in procurement! One vacancy exists in the General Services Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. The primary work location for this position is Fresno, California. This position requires physical presence during assigned working hours. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available. Applicants who are unable to meet this onsite requirement will not be considered.

Requirements

• Forty-five (45) semester units from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience as a journey level buyer/procurement specialist with a governmental agency or large business procuring a variety and volume of items.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment.
• Proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of driving record.
• Successful completion of a Department interview.
• Successful completion of a Department of Justice fingerprint check.

Nice To Haves

• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced procurement work and provide lead direction within the Purchasing Division.
• Prepare complex formal and informal bids and Requests for Proposals.
• Procure materials, supplies, services, equipment, and projects.
• Develop and review specifications.
• Conduct bid and proposal openings.
• Analyze proposals and prepare evaluation reports.
• Support City departments in defining purchasing needs while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies.
• Provide lead direction to Procurement Specialists and support staff, offering guidance on complex specifications, bid processes, and procurement requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree