Strategic Procurement & Bids Lead

City of Detroit; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Detroit's DWSD is seeking a Procurement Specialist III to perform duties in procurement of goods, services, and construction contracts. You will compile bids, data, and purchasing documents, and manage suppliers, bids, and change orders.

Responsibilities include preparing bid specifications, conducting market analysis, reviewing bid discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with policies and ordinances. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; five years purchasing experience.
• Knowledge of purchasing principles, contract law and data analysis.
• Ability to analyze bids and supplier performance.
• Experience with data/statistical analysis and compliance with policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing specifications and bid forms.
• Manage suppliers, bids, and change orders.
• Conduct market analysis and review specifications.
• Review bid discrepancies with requisitioner and bidder.
• Prepare lists of vendors and bids received.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Supplier management

Bids & contracts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Purchasing-related field

Job description

City of Detroit's DWSD is seeking a Procurement Specialist III to perform duties in procurement of goods, services, and construction contracts. You will compile bids, data, and purchasing documents, and manage suppliers, bids, and change orders.

Responsibilities include preparing bid specifications, conducting market analysis, reviewing bid discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with policies and ordinances. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.