Procurement & Contracts Branch Manager

Maricopa County, AZ

• $65K — $104K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Three years of procurement or contract management experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
  • CAPA certification within 6 months of hire
  • Two years of experience managing staff (preferred)
  • Experience in construction procurement and contract administration (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and evaluate procurement staff's performance
  • Oversee contract solicitation and approval processes
  • Provide training and technical expertise on procurement policies
  • Maintain proficiency in procurement functions and perform staff duties as needed
  • Develop and implement internal controls and quality assurance standards
  • Serve as the primary representative for procurement issues

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive work environment
  • Collaborative team culture
  • Opportunity to lead a dedicated team
  • Health and wellness initiatives
Full Job Description
Posting Date
09/23/26

Application Deadline
09/30/26

Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $65,000 - $84,750 annually
Full Pay Range: $65,000 - $104,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type
Unclassified

Department
Flood Control District

About the Position

Are you ready to lead with integrity and passion? As the Procurement Manager, you'll be at the forefront of our procurement operations, driving excellence and ensuring the highest standards of integrity in all we do. You'll lead a team of dedicated professionals, guiding them to success and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Your role will involve serving as the primary liaison between our organization and external procurement agencies, ensuring regulatory compliance and policy adherence while forging strong partnerships with vendors. In this position, you'll engage in every facet of procurement, encompassing professional services, construction, supplies, services, and capital equipment acquisitions. You'll also oversee and participate in every aspect of the procurement process, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to meet their needs and drive strategic initiatives.

We Require
  • Three years of contract management, procurement, or purchasing
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Administration, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or a related field
  • Job-related experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis


Other Requirements

CAPA certification within 6 months of hire

We Also Value

  • Two years of experience managing staff
  • Experience in a public or non-profit setting
  • Experience in Construction procurement and contract administration
  • Experience managing Job Order Contracts or Construction Manager at Risk contracts


Job Contributions
  • Supervises procurement staff, including planning, assigning, monitoring, and evaluating workloads, performance management, training, and hiring. Ensures efficient contract and procurement services, with a high standard of customer satisfaction.
  • Oversees contract solicitation, evaluation, award, contract execution, and approval processes; ensures purchasing activities are conducted in compliance with the County Procurement Code, applicable state statutes, and department procedures.
  • Provides technical expertise, guidance, and training regarding contracting, procurement, and contract administration for staff, management, project managers, engineers, contractors, and consultants.
  • Maintains proficiency in contract and procurement functions and performs the duties of assigned staff as needed to ensure continuity of operations, meet critical deadlines, and maintain service levels.
  • Develops, implements, and maintains procedures, internal controls, quality assurance standards, and workflow processes. Maintains consistency, compliance, efficiency, and quality.
  • Serve as the Flood Control District's primary representative in all procurement and contract matters. Coordinates with County departments and external stakeholders, addresses complex procurement and contract issues, and provides guidance and recommendations to management.
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Working Conditions
  • Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
  • Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree
  • Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware: ERP system for financial, budget, and procurement data, web-based databases, heavy Microsoft Word use, some Excel and PowerPoint use


Selection Procedure
  • Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
  • Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile


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