Procurement Manager

City of Boston; Boston (MA); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The City of Boston is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee the Fire Department's procurement function and related external entities. You will coordinate specifications, bidding support, and contract executions, while developing supplier strategies and managing performance measures.

This role requires strong financial analysis, procurement law knowledge, and collaboration with the Law department to interpret contracts and ensure compliance with 30B and Chapter 149.

Qualificações

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and/or accounting.
• Procurement experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred and may substitute for 2 years of experience.
• Demonstrated organizational skills for compliance and reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the primary contact in City Purchasing for the Fire Department; assist with bidding/RFPs and contract execution.
• Develop supplier management strategies and oversee supplier contracts.
• Ensure adherence to procurement laws, including 30B and Chapter 149.
• Collaborate with Law department for contract interpretation and risk management.

Conhecimentos

Financial analysis

Procurement

Organizational skills

Communication (oral & written)

Contract law knowledge

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Ferramentas

Excel

Word

Access

PeopleSoft

Oracle

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

This is a provisional appointment.

Under administrative direction, this role will oversee the procurement function for all Fire Department units and appropriate outside entities as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for being the primary contact in City Purchasing for the Fire Department, including supplying specifications, assistance in the bidding/RFP process as requested and assistance in contract execution.
• Develops supplier management strategies and transitions in key product and service areas and works with City Purchasing to ensure their execution as appropriate.
• Implements and manages all supplier contracts with one- to three-year terms.
• Adheres to all procurement laws including 30B and Chapter 149.
• Works closely with the Law department for clarification and interpretation of contract law.
• Responsible for working with staff to develop specifications for supplies, equipment, and service contracts.
• Responsible for the development and monitoring of supplier performance measures.
• Develops and implements procedures to promote efficiency and improved performance, including cost control programs.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and/or accounting is required.
• Procurement experience is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred and may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
• Demonstrated and proven organizational skills for compliance and reporting purposes.
• A broad knowledge of procurement, supplier management, and vendor relationship management.
• Past experience with procurement laws, e.g., 30B and Chapter 149 preferred.
• Ability to define or recommend procurement and supplier management strategies and recommend solutions.
• Demonstrated financial analysis skills in a business setting using PC-based software packages (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Word, Access, etc.) or other appropriate technology.
• Prior experience with an integrated financial management system (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc.) preferred.
• Proven communication skills, both oral and written, including e-mail.
• Proven ability to assume responsibility and to carry out assignments independently.
• A basic understanding of public safety and governmental operations is preferred.

Boston Residency Required

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST REQUIRED

Terms

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SENA/MM1-5 Hours per week: 35

The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected category.