Welcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.
We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
What do we offer?
A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.
Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.
Essential Functions
1 Assists and supports in the planning, management, and direction of the operations, staff, and general activities of the procurement and purchasing division; provides contract management, resolves vendor disputes, oversees vendor terminations, and closely monitors Buyer activity for quality control; reviews and ensures that contracts, bids, and related purchasing documents are accurate and complete.
2 Manages, oversees, and administers the solicitation process for large scale purchases of goods and services; handles, manages, and processes solicitation requests through advertisement, evaluation, and contracting.
3 Manages, administers, and oversees the managerial staff and departmental personnel which includes hiring, training, performance evaluations, and other personnel actions; ensures productivity and quality standards are maintained; identifies areas of quality management to enhance productivity through improved work procedures, practices, communication, and accountability.
4 Responds to all special research requests and coordinates responses with the City Manager or City Council to
provide accurate and timely results; drafts and prepares council agenda and related documents for Council review.
5 Represents the City at local, state, and national organizations and at professional activities to maintain the image of the City and to create public support for departmental programs.
6 Provides procurement direction and management in the issuance of notices, reconciliation of complex problems, and vendor protests; provides executive level support for challenging or difficult situations and vendor conflicts; participates in special projects and requests based on Director request.
7 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Experience
7 years of purchasing and management experience
Licenses and CertificationsTexas Driver's License
EducationBachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or other related field. Masters Degree Preferred
Knowledge and Skills1 Knowledge of purchasing and procurement practices, procedures, and methods.
2 Knowledge of division management and operational efficiency methods.
3 Directing procurement activities, operations, staff, and vendor relations for a large scale purchasing division.
4 Ability to perform mathematical computations with accuracy and efficiency.
5 Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
6 Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
7 Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
8 Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
9 Supervising staff, handling personnel issues, monitoring timecards and general payroll, and developing policies and procedures.
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.