Senior Transit Procurement Leader

Charlotte, North Carolina; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a Senior Transit Procurement Supervisor to provide strategic leadership for procurement and contract administration. This on-site role will supervise staff, develop procurement strategies, and drive best‑practice purchasing while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Reporting to the Transit Procurement Manager, you will oversee major procurements, guide risk‑aware decision making, and influence cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with five years of related experience.
• Experience with government contracting or public procurement preferred.
• Strong knowledge of procurement laws, policies, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement staff, set performance expectations, and develop team.
• Oversee complex solicitations (ITBs, RFPs, RFQs) and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Negotiate contracts, conduct cost and price analyses, and advise project managers on compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Leadership

Contract management

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a Senior Transit Procurement Supervisor to provide strategic leadership for procurement and contract administration. This on-site role will supervise staff, develop procurement strategies, and drive best‑practice purchasing while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Reporting to the Transit Procurement Manager, you will oversee major procurements, guide risk‑aware decision making, and influence cost