Contracting & Procurement Director

City of Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 167,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Charlotte is seeking a Contracting & Procurement Director to lead procurement and purchasing operations. This role focuses on executing strategies that align with the City’s business objectives, while ensuring compliance, enhancing efficiency, and developing the procurement team. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management and 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressively complex procurement and supply chain experience required.
• Knowledge of municipal procurement law and North Carolina legal requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage and develop a procurement team and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Negotiate contracts and assess risk in supply chain.

Skills

Strategic buying recommendations

Cost reduction programs

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Time management

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Job description

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Contracting & Procurement Director

Apply locations Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 20, 2025 (11 days left to apply) job requisition id JR101938 Date Opened: Thursday, May 29, 2025 12:00 AMClose Date: Friday, June 20, 2025 12:00 AMDepartment: Finance DepartmentSalary: $167,618.72 - $209,523.40 Commensurate with Experience

SUMMARY

The salary listed in this posting reflects a portion of the full salary range for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity, and may fall outside the displayed range.

Leads procurement and purchasing operations throughout the City of Charlotte with the mission of supporting the City’s business strategy by developing and managing a supply chain that enables a sustainable competitive advantage. Develops strategic plans to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents within this classification. Incumbents are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance on the job are not routinely listed in the job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, including cost reduction, quality improvement, and risk mitigation.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall procurement performance.

• Identifies, evaluates, and develops programs to increase sourcing from, and contract awards to, diverse businesses such as Small Business (SB), Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Historically Black Colleges/University and Minority Institutions (HBCUs/MIs).

• Acts as advocate for all types of diverse business that are potential or current suppliers.

• Serves as the authority on developing and interpreting procurement policies, guidelines, and procedures.

• Ensures compliance with regulations; identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain.

• Evaluates and develops strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain.

• Lead the negotiation of contracts, ensuing compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Fosters collaboration with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels.

• Designs processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands.

• Incorporates auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations.

• Communicate procurement strategies and performance data to relevant stakeholders, including senior leadership and suppliers.

• Manage and develop a procurement team, providing guidance and support to achieve organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field AND ten (10) years of progressively complex procurement, contract management, and/or supply chain management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of finance and/or accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, financial accounting, treasury, risk management, etc.

• Experience with a P&L business unit or division management

• Knowledge of procurement principles and practices; understanding the procurement processes, regulations, and best practices.

• Understand relevant laws and regulations related to procurement and contracting.

• Understands municipal procurement law, specific experience with North Carolina legal requirements.

• Experience across all procurement types, services, technology, commodities, construction and engineering, architecture, and survey services.

• Knowledge of the complexity of and controls for a corporate P-card program.

• An understanding of cooperative purchasing programs and the responsibilities of a host agency.

• Familiarity with municipal asset disposal requirements, auctions, and donations.

Skills:

• Ability to make strategic buying recommendations and take appropriate action.

• Proven record of initiating and carrying out cost reduction/productivity improvement programs.

• Proven ability to negotiate favorable contracts and manage contract Lifecyle.

• Ability to understand financial statements, analyze costs, and manage budgets.

• Strong analytical skills and great attention to detail.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications, listening, and presentation skills.

• Excellent organization and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Strong leadership and negotiationskills.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field AND ten (10) years of progressively complex procurement, contract management, and/or supply chain management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of finance and/or accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, financial accounting, treasury, risk management, etc.
• Experience with a P&L business unit or division management
• Proven ability to negotiate favorable contracts and manage contract Lifecyle
• Knowledge of procurement principles and practices; understanding the procurement processes, regulations, and best practices.
• Ability to understand financial statements, analyze costs, and manage budgets.
• Understand relevant laws and regulations related to procurement and contracting.

Required Skills:

• Ability to make strategic buying recommendations and take appropriate action.
• Proven record of initiating and carrying out cost reduction/productivity improvement programs
• Strong analytical skills and great attention to detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications, listening, and presentation skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online.

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You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

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BENEFITS

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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Introduction

We want you to work with us!

TeamCharlotteis a diverse 8,000-plus member team serving one of the largest cities in America.

The City of Charlotte is committed to creating an inclusive culture where our employees can show up and belong as their full, authentic selves. Diversity is our strength, as an organization and a community, and this strength is amplified through our pursuit of justice and equity.

Our goals are to provide high-quality services to 860,000 Charlotte residents, and help those who need us the most.

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