Procurement Manager

US Lawns; Lynn Haven (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lynn Haven, Florida is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to develop and implement procurement strategies that optimize city purchasing and contracting across services. You will lead the procurement lifecycle, ensure compliance with state and local rules, and drive cost-saving initiatives while mentoring a team of procurement professionals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in procurement, with strong negotiation, contract management, and communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement and purchasing experience.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• CPPO or NIGP-CPP certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and local laws and ordinances, and coordination among city departments.
• Assist with drafting RFPs, RFQs, and ITBs, working with department heads to articulate scopes of work and procurement details.
• Manage and oversee the procurement process from posting to bid acceptance.
• Monitor the bid process to ensure fairness.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet procurement needs.
• Ensure compliance with Florida state procurement rules and local ordinances.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

The City of Lynn Haven is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement and be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies to optimize the city's purchasing and contracting functions related to various city-related services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and local laws and ordinances, and coordination among city departments.
• Assist with the drafting of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and Invitations to Bid (ITBs), including working closely with department heads to articulate scopes of work and other necessary procurement details.
• Manage and oversee the overall process of solicitation from required posting/advertisement to acceptance of bid proposals and responses.
• Monitor the bid process, ensuring fairness is maintained.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure their procurement needs are met.
• Ensure compliance with all Florida state procurement rules and local ordinances.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals

(These responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees are required to perform other related duties as directed.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or relevant field of study
• 5+ years of experience in procurement and purchasing
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or National Institute of Government Procurement Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) is desirable.

Company Description

The City of Lynn Haven, Florida, is a thriving and fast-growing community located in the heart of Bay County along the beautiful Emerald Coast. With a population of approximately 22,000 residents, Lynn Haven is recognized for its strong sense of community, family-friendly atmosphere, and commitment to excellence in public service. The City provides a range of municipal services—including public safety (i.e., Police and Fire Departments), utilities, parks and recreation, public works, and community development—while fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and innovation. Guided by a Commission–City Manager form of government, Lynn Haven is dedicated to preserving its rich history, supporting sustainable growth, and ensuring a high quality of life for all who live, work, and visit here.

The City of Lynn Haven is an EEO/AA Employer and a Drug-free Workplace.

Benefits

The City of Lynn Haven offers a competitive, robust benefits plan, with the City covering 100% of the cost of various benefits to include Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition, the employee may opt to add additional insurance. A list of all available benefits is as follows:

• MDLive - Virtual Medical Care (provided by the City)
• $50,000 of Life & $50,000 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (provided by the City)
• Long-term Disability Insurance (provided by the City)
• Major Medical Insurance (Florida Blue-Blue Options)
• Dental Insurance (Florida Combined Life)
• Vision Insurance (MetLife VSP)
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance Options
• Flexible Spending Account

Employees also earn Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, as well as time off for jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.

The City also provides a DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN, including a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP).