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GENERAL PURPOSE
Plans, directs, manages, and oversees the activities and operations of the City’s centralized purchasing and contract administration functions. Ensures procurement activities comply with federal, state, and local laws, including Texas Local Government Code, while promoting transparency, competition, fiscal responsibility, and operational efficiency. This position develops procurement policies, manages formal solicitations (RFPs and RFQs), and oversees contract lifecycle administration.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the direct supervision of the Director of Finance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct all procurement activities, including competitive solicitations (IFB, RFP, RFQ,) and approve solicitations, evaluations, and award recommendations
Oversee full contract lifecycle, including drafting, execution, renewals, amendments, and vendor performance monitoring
Maintain centralized procurement and contract systems to ensure accurate tracking, documentation, and accountability
Ensure compliance with Texas Local Government Code, federal requirements, and City policies, maintaining strong internal controls and audit readiness
Develop and update procurement policies and procedures, promoting ethical standards and risk mitigation
Coordinate with Finance to ensure funding availability, proper coding, encumbrance tracking, and alignment with budget requirements
Analyze existing procurement processes to reduce costs, eliminate waste, and increase operational efficiency
Manage vendor relationships, promote competition, and resolve disputes or performance issues
Drive strategic initiatives, including process improvements, automation, cost savings, cooperative purchasing, and long-term procurement planning

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Other related duties as assigned.
Supports other departments as assigned.
Attends seminars and workshops related to duties and responsibilities.
Attends professional development workshops and conferences. Travels to various destinations in and out of the City and may require overnight stay.

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