Strategic Contract & Procurement Lead

Socket.dev; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Housing Authority seeks a Contract Specialist to lead procurement for assigned departments, ensuring HUD compliance and efficient contract administration. You will develop solicitations, evaluate proposals, and guide vendors through negotiations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, ability to manage complex contracts, and coordination with city and state entities. A bachelor's degree in business or public administration plus four years of procurement experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration or related field with procurement emphasis.
• Four years of procurement experience involving contracts.
• Valid California driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Bilingual skills in ASL/ Mandarin/ Cantonese/ Vietnamese/ Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for assigned client departments and ensure compliance with HUD rules.
• Prepare solicitation packages, evaluate proposals, and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor contractor performance and close out contracts; address disputes.
• Maintain contract files and provide timely reports on procurement activity.
• Coordinate meetings with vendors and government entities; ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Data analysis

Cost forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration

Job description

Oakland Housing Authority seeks a Contract Specialist to lead procurement for assigned departments, ensuring HUD compliance and efficient contract administration. You will develop solicitations, evaluate proposals, and guide vendors through negotiations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, ability to manage complex contracts, and coordination with city and state entities. A bachelor's degree in business or public administration plus four years of procurement experience are required.