Manager - Procurement (Procurement Service) - (Non-Civil Service)
Core
Manages, directs, and oversees daily operations of the procurement and purchasing division, including staff, vendor relations, and contract management.
Role type
Senior IC procurement manager
Builds
Procurement operations, vendor contracts, and purchasing processes for the City of Dallas
Domain
Public sector procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vendor dispute resolution, contract management, bid evaluation, policy development, staff supervision, regulatory compliance, process improvement
Preferred skills
Software implementation for procurement, high-tech procurement, vendor mediation
Technologies
Procurement software systems
Responsibilities
Manage and direct procurement operations and buyer staff; Review and approve solicitation specifications, bids, and award recommendations; Resolve vendor disputes and oversee vendor terminations; Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures; Supervise staff performance and productivity; Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and City codes; Manage complex procurement issues and respond to City Council/Attorney/Auditor inquiries.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership
