Procurement Manager

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Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

Join our team as the Procurement Manager and drive the purchasing and contracting strategy for the City of Olathe. In this key role, you'll oversee all procurement operations, ensuring compliance and fostering ethical, transparent practices that support our community's growth.

Collaborate with city leadership to implement cost-effective sourcing solutions while maintaining strong vendor relationships and performance standards. Lead and develop a dynamic procurement team committed to innovation and excellence.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for public service and expertise in strategic procurement, we invite you to apply and make a significant impact!

Compensation for this role is an annual salary between $81,120.00 - $121,175.00 USD based on a combination of factors including but not limited to education and relevant work experience.

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

The Procurement Manager oversees and manages the city’s purchasing and contracting functions to ensure the efficient, transparent, and ethical acquisition of goods, services, and capital projects. This position ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, promotes fair competition, and supports the city’s goals for fiscal responsibility and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Plans, directs, and coordinates the city’s centralized procurement activities, including purchasing, contracting, and vendor management; develops, implements, and maintains procurement policies, procedures, and best practices that align with city ordinances and state procurement laws; collaborates with departments to understand purchasing needs and develop cost-effective, strategic sourcing solutions; ensures appropriate controls and audits are in place for procurement processes.

Leads procurement staff, providing guidance, training, and professional development opportunities; supports city initiatives related to the strategic plan, focus area goals, and programs.

Manages the solicitation process for bids, proposals, and quotations (RFPs, RFQs, IFBs), ensuring transparency, fairness, and compliance; oversees contract negotiations, drafting, and administration; ensures timely renewals and compliance monitoring; monitors vendor performance and maintains effective supplier relationships to ensure quality and service standards are met.

Prepares and presents reports on procurement activities, cost savings, and policy compliance to city leadership and council; stays informed of emerging procurement trends, technologies, and regulatory updates affecting municipal operations.

Qualifications

Experience :  Five years of progressively responsible experience in public procurement, purchasing, or contract management are required. Supervisory experience is preferred.

Education :   A bachelors degree or equivalent with major course work in business administration, public administration, finance, supply chain management, or other related field is required.

Licenses & Certifications : Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or equivalent certifications are preferred.