Public Sector Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Fort Bend Central Appraisal District; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fort Bend Central Appraisal District seeks a Procurement & Contracts Administrator to lead professional purchasing, procurement, and contract administration. The role coordinates goods/services acquisitions, supports bids, maintains vendor relations, and ensures compliance with District policies and Texas laws.

The position emphasizes budgeting cooperation, procurement reporting, process improvements, and inventory/surplus property activities, with emphasis on timely, cost-effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible purchasing, procurement, contract administration, or related experience.
• Experience working with computerized purchasing, financial, or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional purchasing and procurement activities for the district.
• Coordinate acquisition of goods and services and assist with competitive bids and solicitations.
• Support contract administration and vendor management; maintain procurement records.
• Assist inventory management and surplus property processes as assigned.
• Develop and maintain procurement reports and track spending and solicitations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and potential efficiencies through data analysis.
• Assist with audits, reviews, and policy compliance; participate in committees and special projects.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Contract administration

Vendor management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tyler ERP

Government procurement software

Job description

The Fort Bend Central Appraisal District seeks a Procurement & Contracts Administrator to lead professional purchasing, procurement, and contract administration. The role coordinates goods/services acquisitions, supports bids, maintains vendor relations, and ensures compliance with District policies and Texas laws.

The position emphasizes budgeting cooperation, procurement reporting, process improvements, and inventory/surplus property activities, with emphasis on timely, cost-effective