City of Tacoma
Purchasing Manager
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Position Description
Are you an experienced leader with a talent for procurement and a commitment to excellence looking for a role that allows you to provide meaningful change at the City? If so, the City of Tacoma's Finance Department, Procurement and Payables Division is looking for a Purchasing Manager who understands the ins and outs of public agency procurement. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the coordination of competitive solicitation of Citywide contracts, emergency, informal and formal sealed procurement activities.
As the City implements a new procurement software, you will be a key player in ensuring your team's success by being a forward thinker and coordinating your team's efforts. You will be focused on understanding your customer's needs and identifying gaps or areas that can be improved within the new system. By championing process improvements, you'll help your team to deliver outstanding results.
In addition to your leadership and customer focus, you'll also be responsible for managing the division's budget, analyzing reports as needed, and establishing purchasing policies and procedures using best business practices. You'll play a key role in establishing standards for division operations and acting on the division manager's behalf as required.
If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the City of Tacoma's procurement processes.
WHY WORK FOR THE CITY?
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision benefits for the whole family; paid holidays and personal time off; participation in Tacoma's Public Employees' Retirement System and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities.
For more information on the City of Tacoma's benefit package feel free to explore City of Tacoma Benefits.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or directly related field
Minimum Experience*
6 years of progressively responsible procurement experience including 1 year prior lead/supervisory experience
- Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certification through accredited Public or Private purchasing/procurement organizations is desired (CPPO, CPPB, CPSM, etc.) Experience in SAP/Ariba business software or related integrated procurement software.
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter describing their responsibilities as it relates to this position. NOTE: Applications received without the required resume and cover letter will not progress in the selection process.
Applicants who have the strongest backgrounds related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in an interview and work assessment. Appointment is subject to passing a background check.
The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend a minimum of one hour entering the required information. While completing the application and answering the supplemental questions please be sure to save your work every 20 minutes to ensure that your information is not lost. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:
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The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend at least an hour entering information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.
For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
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City of Tacoma
Address
Human Resources Department
747 Market Street
Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764
Phone
253-591-5400
Website
http://www.cityoftacoma.org
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