Senior Public Procurement Specialist - RFP/RFQ Expert

City of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to oversee the city's procurement processes. This role involves coordinating Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring compliance with procurement standards, and evaluating vendor bids. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience, showcasing their ability to manage contracts and lead selection committees. Join a dynamic team committed to diversity and excellence in public service, where your contributions will directly impact the city's operations and community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a vital government role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of procurement or contract management experience.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing RFPs and RFQs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and enforce the city's procurement processes for various departments.
• Evaluate vendor bids and prepare documentation for solicitations.

Skills

Request for Proposals preparation

Selection committee oversight

Project management

Oral presentations

Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g., Oracle)

Procurement experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to oversee the city's procurement processes. This role involves coordinating Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring compliance with procurement standards, and evaluating vendor bids. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience, showcasing their ability to manage contracts and lead selection committees. Join a dynamic team committed to diversity and excellence in public service, where your contributions will directly impact the city's operations and community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a vital government role.