Senior Public Procurement & Contracts Leader

Bucks County, PA; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bucks County is seeking a Deputy Procurement Director to assist in planning, directing and administering centralized procurement functions. You will support the Director to ensure compliance with procurement laws, County policies and best practices while promoting efficiency, transparency and fiscal responsibility.

The role involves leading procurement staff, managing complex solicitations, and collaborating with Finance, IT, and County departments to align workflows and ensure audit readiness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in public-sector purchasing or procurement.
• CPPO/CPPB/NIGP-CPP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Effective leadership and supervisory abilities.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, contracts, and policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including explaining changes to non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Oversee County procurement operations, including competitive solicitations, purchasing, contract administration and supplier management.
• Manage complex procurements, including RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and other solicitation methods.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with federal, state, local laws, grant requirements, and County policies.
• Provide guidance to County departments regarding procurement policy and requirements.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and departments to coordinate procurement requirements.
• Lead the e-procurement module within the ERP system, overseeing workflows and records.
• Develop procurement training and standard operating procedures for staff and departments.
• Lead and develop procurement staff through assignments, reviews, and training.
• Review and approve requisitions, PO's, contracts, amendments and change orders.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Policy interpretation

Problem solving

Computer/VDT ability

Education

CPPO/CPPB/NIGP-CPP preferred

Job description

Bucks County is seeking a Deputy Procurement Director to assist in planning, directing and administering centralized procurement functions. You will support the Director to ensure compliance with procurement laws, County policies and best practices while promoting efficiency, transparency and fiscal responsibility.

The role involves leading procurement staff, managing complex solicitations, and collaborating with Finance, IT, and County departments to align workflows and ensure audit readiness.