Strategic Contract & Vendor Manager

CHOICE PARTNERS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education Choice Partners in Houston, Texas seeks a Contract Manager II to develop and manage cooperative contracts for the CP program. The role requires coordinating with vendors, members, and CP trainings, with occasional travel.

The ideal candidate has five years of purchasing experience in public or private sectors and knowledge of contract administration, 2 CFR 200 compliance, and project coordination. Immediate start availability is prized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, public administration, engineering or related field.
• Professional certification in purchasing preferred or working toward, such as CPM, CPPB, CPPO.
• TASBO CTSBS, CTSBO or RTSBA certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage cooperative contracts including monthly contact to all vendors.
• Act as a point of contact for CP with vendors and members as needed.
• Make or assist with public presentations at CP trainings, seminars, tradeshows, and conferences with travel as needed.
• Coordinate events, venues, catering and invitations for vendor and member experiences.
• Conduct detailed vendor and industry interviews to assess product standards and methods.
• Support marketing plans and website review for CP information.
• Be liaison between members and vendors to resolve issues.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organize & prioritize

Auditable records

Verbal and written communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, engineering or related field or equivalent

Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)

Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB)

Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO)

TASBO CTSBS/CTSBO/RTSBA

Job description

Harris County Department of Education Choice Partners in Houston, Texas seeks a Contract Manager II to develop and manage cooperative contracts for the CP program. The role requires coordinating with vendors, members, and CP trainings, with occasional travel.

The ideal candidate has five years of purchasing experience in public or private sectors and knowledge of contract administration, 2 CFR 200 compliance, and project coordination. Immediate start availability is prized.