Senior Procurement Specialist (Procurement Services) - (Non-Civil Service)

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to manage complex procurement activities and high-profile contracts over $70,000. You will oversee bids, proposals, and city contracts, while guiding staff and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities include contract negotiations, software testing, and process improvements to support efficient purchasing. A strong background in public procurement is required.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in purchasing/contract management.
• Ability to review bids, proposals, and contracts with accuracy.
• Strong leadership and guidance for procurement staff.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and approve bids and award recommendations requiring City Council approval.
• Lead and supervise staff to maintain productivity and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate procurement with Federal, State, and City codes/regulations.
• Manage procurement software testing and process improvements.
• Provide procurement support in notices, issues, and vendor protests.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

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Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Procurement Manager, responsible for reviewing and processes the procurement of complex and high-profile goods and services over $70,000. Work will include the administration of bids and proposals and maintenance of city contracts and agreements, negotiation of contracts, preparation and review of bids and proposals.

Job Description

The Senior Procurement Specialist reviews, processes, and provides expertise in the procurement of complex and high-profile goods and services for the City of Dallas. Administers bids and proposals, maintains city contracts and agreements, negotiates various purchasing contracts, and prepares and reviews bids and proposals.

Essential Functions

• Reviews, checks, and evaluates bids, specifications, and award recommendations for all procurement or purchasing requiring City Council approval to ensure applicable laws and procedures are followed, and quality purchases are made by the City and its departments.
• Supervises and provides lead direction and guidance to staff to maintain productivity; reviews and monitors all purchasing contracts for completeness and compliance with Federal, State and City code and regulations.
• Researches and investigates procurement issues and prepares responses to the City Manager’s Office, City Council, City Attorney, and City Auditor’s Office; responds to vendor protests and assists executive staff in resolving issues regarding bids, proposals, specifications, high-tech procurement, exempt and emergency purchases, and other large-scale purchases.
• Assists with the testing and implementation of software utilized by the Office of Procurement Services; reviews processes and procedures to ensure seamless integration with software and efficiencies; participates in the development and implementation of new and updated processes and procedures for operational efficiency.
• Provides procurement support in the issuance of notices, reconciliation of complex problems, and vendor protests.
• Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of purchasing and procurement practices, procedures, and methods.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations with accuracy and efficiency.
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
• Providing leadership, guidance, and senior level oversight for other buyers.

Education

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.

Experience

• Six (6) years of work experience in purchasing/contract management.

Equivalencies

• Associate degree (or higher) in any field plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Master’s degree (or higher) in Business or Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field will meet the education and experience requirements.

Salary Range

$58,801.60 - $70,574.40

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.