Procurement Manager

2 weeks ago

Detroit, Michigan, United States Great Lakes Water Authority Full time
Job Summary

As a key member of the Great Lakes Water Authority team, the Procurement Manager will be responsible for independently carrying out procurement activities related to goods, professional services, and construction contracts in support of organizational needs. This role may also involve supervising team members and supporting them to ensure timely and accurate bidding, purchase order creation, and inventory control. The Procurement Manager will engage in vendor relationship management, ensuring principles of integrity, transparency, and fairness in the procurement process. Additionally, this role will involve creating reports and analysis related to procurement activities and facilitating the integration of new technology and modernized business processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure that all GLWA staff follow the GLWA Procurement Policy.
  • Responsible for procurement activities for professional services and construction contracts on the enterprise team, including solicitations, contract development, and purchase orders.
  • Supervise other team members, including performance management, mentoring, scheduling, and training.
  • Support team members to ensure accurate processes are followed and meet deadlines.
  • Foster vendor relationships.
  • Maintain and continuously improve relationships with Enterprise Group departments staff.
  • Create reports, conduct analysis, and manage special projects as assigned.
  • Participate in the maintenance and development of procurement software.
  • Attend off-site meetings and attend GLWA site visits as needed.
  • Step in to assist where needed when Enterprise Group Buyers may be unavailable.
  • Collaborate with other Management Professionals within Procurement to ensure consistency between Water, Wastewater, and Enterprise Group procurement staff.
  • Participate in Procurement professional development activities on site and off site, including Professional Procurement organizations such as MPPOA and NIGP conferences and seminars.
  • Attend Vendor Outreach conferences.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Business, Finance, Public Administration, or a related area.
  • Three (3) years of recent procurement experience, preferably in a municipal or public utility setting.
Preferred Experience
  • Two (2) years supervisory experience.
  • Experience with contract development activities.
Other Requirements
  • Valid State of Michigan Driver's License.
Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401a, and team member discount programs. Click HERE for more information.

GLWA is an equal opportunity employer.

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