Strategic Public Procurement Lead

Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller; Tamiami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Retirement plan

Career growth

Job summary

Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller is hiring a Purchasing Agent to develop and execute purchasing strategies, manage supplier relations, and ensure compliance with policies, statutes, and procedures. The role focuses on competitive bidding, contract administration, and coordinated procurement across internal departments.

The position emphasizes in-person collaboration, vendor negotiations, and data-driven decision making to secure best value for goods and services in a

Qualifications

• Three years of contract procurement experience in government or large-scale operations.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, logistics, or related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and evaluate potential suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery capabilities.
• Negotiate with suppliers regarding proposals, contracts, and terms to secure favorable deals.
• Prepare procurement documents by writing or assisting with specifications and invitations for bids.
• Manage contracts to ensure purchasing practices are open and achieve best value.
• Process purchasing orders and track deliveries to ensure compliance with specs.
• Address shipment or product quality issues with vendors.
• Analyze market trends and pricing to inform procurement decisions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand supply needs and ensure timely delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement process

Negotiation

Communication

Vendor management

Microsoft Office

SAP

Attention to detail

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, logistics, or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller is hiring a Purchasing Agent to develop and execute purchasing strategies, manage supplier relations, and ensure compliance with policies, statutes, and procedures. The role focuses on competitive bidding, contract administration, and coordinated procurement across internal departments.

The position emphasizes in-person collaboration, vendor negotiations, and data-driven decision making to secure best value for goods and services in a