Assistant Director of Procurement & Contract Administration

Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA) in Nashville, TN, invites applications for an Assistant Director of Procurement & Contract Administration. This leadership role oversees procurement processes, contract administration, and compliance with applicable laws and agency policies.

The position leads staff, evaluates bids, manages vendor relations, and supports project managers and staff on contract matters to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement outcomes for the agency's housing

Responsibilities

• Performs complex procurement functions in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and MDHA policies.
• Leads procurement process, bid evaluations, contract administration, and vendor relations.

Job description

Position: Assistant Director of Procurement & Contract Administration

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Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA)

MDHA serves Nashville and Davidson County. The mission of MDHA is to create quality affordable housing opportunities, support neighborhoods, strengthen communities, and help build a greater Nashville.

MDHA employs over 300 staff members, has a budget of $215 million, and houses approximately 30,000 people, primarily through nearly 8,000 Section 8 Vouchers and over 6,800 apartments, which are mainly Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) units, at 39 properties. MDHA is a housing authority, a community development agency, and a redevelopment agency.

Position Summary

This role performs complex procurement functions in compliance with federal, state, and local law and the Agency’s procurement policies and procedures. It is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing the procurement process and contract administration and ensuring compliance, including overseeing document management, solicitation processes, contract initiation, and monitoring. Organizes, executes, and monitors bidding procedures for assigned goods and service contracts. Evaluates bids, proposals, and contract documents. Evaluate and identify qualified vendors. Administers assigned purchasing and contract procedures, leads purchasing staff, and delivers technical support on contract matters. Assists administrative staff, project managers, and technical representatives on contract matters. Acts to maintain effective vendor relations. Leads special projects as assigned.