Position Summary Under the general direction of the Director of Procurement, this position is responsible for managing District-wide purchasing activities to ensure efficient and cost-effective procurement practices. Leads, trains, develops, and supervises professional procurement and support staff. Oversees the solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract-administration processes for capital equipment, services, goods, supplies, small public works, and maintenance and repair projects needed by the District. Coordinates and interprets policies, procedures, and applicable laws for centralized purchasing throughout the District. Essential Responsibilities Develops and implements centralized purchasing policies and procedures for District-wide use Negotiates and prepares contracts that are highly complex and sensitive in nature Solicits, evaluates, and awards small public works and maintenance and repair projects, or oversees those activities when delegated Reviews procurement activities across all Divisions for compliance, efficiency, and opportunities for cost savings; makes recommendations for improvement Supervises, trains, evaluates, and coaches subordinate staff as assigned Provides leadership and guidance to procurement staff for day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure District-wide efficiency and consistency Assists Director of Procurement in special projects or assignments Presents recommendations to Director of Procurement for resolution of procurement issues Facilitates meetings with vendors and their representatives Attends Committee and Board meetings as required Sets and monitors schedules for solicitations, coordinates required committee review and assists in preparing Board reports Reviews inventory and purchasing reports for all Divisions to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved utilization, and efficient replenishment Ensures that those safety program activities applicable to the department are effectively implemented and carried out. This includes ensuring that all employees in the department follow established safe work practices and obey all safety rules Regular and reliable performance is required To see the full job posting and submit an application, go to this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/goldengate/jobs/5494205/purchasing-officer?page=2&pagetype=job

OpportunitiesJobs Pay:

$158,995.20 - $192,067.20 per year

Work Location:

In person