Supplier Outreach & Engagement Specialist
About The Position
The Harris County Flood Control District seeks a Supplier Outreach & Engagement Specialist to strengthen supplier participation in construction and professional services procurements, with a focus on Minority- and/or Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) inclusion, contractor education, and equitable access. The Specialist oversees MWBE reporting, contractor performance evaluations, and outreach; communicates upcoming procurement opportunities; and helps vendors understand, prepare for, and comply with County procurement standards. The role serves as a liaison among the Procurement Department, external vendors, contractor support programs, and internal project teams. The Specialist develops supplier outreach, represents Procurement at industry and community events, explains project opportunities and solicitation requirements, and builds relationships with contractors and supplier organizations. The role also monitors MWBE participation and compliance, prepares performance reports, supports procurement and contractor programs, and organizes vendor education and capacity-building activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Five years of experience in Supplier Outreach & Engagement.
- Three years of experience in procurement, supplier diversity, contractor programs, or related fields.
- Experience working with construction contractors and professional service firms.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong understanding of public-sector procurement processes, solicitation requirements, and the contract lifecycle.
- Knowledge of MWBE programs and reporting standards.
- Knowledge of Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Texas Code 2161, Section 3 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements, and Business-to-Government Now (B2Gnow).
- Ability to analyze data and prepare clear, accurate reports.
- Proficiency with procurement systems, vendor databases, and reporting tools.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Supply Chain, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Experience in local government or public agency procurement environments.
- Knowledge of contractor evaluation methods and performance tracking.
- Familiarity with Harris County procurement rules, construction procedures, safety, and supplier outreach programs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute outreach strategies to engage construction and professional services suppliers, including MWBE firms.
- Represent the Procurement Department at industry forums, networking events, pre-bid meetings, community outreach sessions, and contractor engagement programs.
- Present information about upcoming projects, timelines, solicitation requirements, and how to participate in County procurement.
- Build and maintain relationships with contractors, supplier associations, chambers of commerce, and workforce development partners.
- Guide vendors on County procurement processes, bid preparation, certifications, and compliance requirements.
- Oversee MWBE data collection, tracking, and reporting in accordance with County standards.
- Monitor MWBE participation in construction and professional services contracts and ensure compliance with MWBE goals.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual MWBE performance reports for leadership, County departments, and external stakeholders.
- Assist suppliers with MWBE certification requirements and program expectations.
- Coordinate with Procurement staff to integrate outreach efforts with upcoming solicitations.
- Support development and communication of vendor education materials for construction and professional services bidding.
- Maintain an understanding of contractor performance evaluation processes and provide vendor feedback to support continuous improvement.
- Coordinate with internal teams to align outreach with County procurement rules, safety requirements, and project delivery processes.
- Organize and deliver contractor training sessions, workshops, and informational briefings on procurement procedures, MWBE compliance, bonding, insurance, safety documentation, and contract readiness.
- Identify contractor capacity gaps and recommend targeted initiatives to support vendor growth and participation.
- Assume additional responsibilities as required by the District's evolving demands, responsibilities, needs, and objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
