Strategic Contracts & Procurement Unit Manager (Hybrid)

King County Water and Land Resources Division -WA; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 169,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Water and Land Resources Division is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Unit Manager to lead a critical team responsible for procurement, contracting administration and compliance across the division.

You will report to the CFO, collaborate with Finance and division partners, and foster an anti-racist, pro-equity workplace while scaling the unit to meet a growing capital program.

Qualifications

• Experience procuring and administering WA state construction, architecture & engineering contracts.
• Experience procuring goods, services and technology contracts including purchased services.
• Supervision or leadership experience; experience with large government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate procurement, contract administration and compliance with team supervisors.
• Coordinate with FBOD and other departments to support unit initiatives and resolve issues.
• Ensure Finance provides exceptional service to partners and colleagues across WTD.
• Lead team development, hiring, training and performance management.
• Stay informed on county code, state law, and federal funding requirements.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract administration

Vendor compliance

Supervision

Government procurement

Job description

King County Water and Land Resources Division is seeking a Contracts & Procurement Unit Manager to lead a critical team responsible for procurement, contracting administration and compliance across the division.

You will report to the CFO, collaborate with Finance and division partners, and foster an anti-racist, pro-equity workplace while scaling the unit to meet a growing capital program.