Strategic Procurement & Contracting Associate

The City of San Diego; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Diego is seeking an Associate Procurement Contracting Officer to perform difficult procurement and contracting of goods and services for operating departments. You will administer contracts, prepare requisitions, solicit quotations and bids, and conduct cost analyses for assigned commodities.

Responsibilities include advising user departments on procurement methods, negotiating with vendors, processing solicitation documents, and maintaining records in accordance with City

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 120 semester units minimum.
• Two years of full-time professional experience in purchasing and/or contracting.
• Valid California Class C Driver License may be required.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal contracting laws and regulations.
• Experience using e-procurement systems and contract management tools.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services for operating departments.
• Administer contracts and perform contract management to ensure compliance.
• Prepare requisitions, solicit quotations and bids, and conduct cost analyses.
• Negotiate with vendors on behalf of client departments.
• Keep records and generate reports in line with City standards.

Skills

Procurement

Contracting

Vendor negotiation

Cost analysis

Public procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PlanetBids

OnBase

PRISM

SAP MM

Oracle

Job description

The City of San Diego is seeking an Associate Procurement Contracting Officer to perform difficult procurement and contracting of goods and services for operating departments. You will administer contracts, prepare requisitions, solicit quotations and bids, and conduct cost analyses for assigned commodities.

Responsibilities include advising user departments on procurement methods, negotiating with vendors, processing solicitation documents, and maintaining records in accordance with City