Procurement Supervisor

Procurement Supervisor

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a passion for leadership, innovation, and public service? The City of Raleigh is seeking a dynamic Procurement Supervisor to guide our talented team, oversee complex procurement activities and contracts, and help shape the future of city-wide purchasing. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in a thriving, forward-looking organization while mentoring and developing a high-performing team. About You : We're looking for a team player who can lead, inspire, and transform Raleigh's procurement operations. As the Procurement Supervisor, you'll guide a talented team, oversee major purchasing and contracting activities, and streamline city-wide purchasing processes. You'll drive innovation, ensure transparency and fairness, and create opportunities for equitable growth among vendors while delivering exceptional service to the City and the community. This is more than management; it's leadership that makes a lasting impact. About Us : The City of Raleigh Procurement Division drives smart, transparent, and efficient purchasing across all City departments. We are committed to serving our community with integrity, delivering exceptional service, and fostering equitable opportunities for all vendors and suppliers. Guided by innovation and collaboration, our team ensures every purchase supports the City's mission while promoting fairness, compliance, and excellence.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Leads and develops a team of procurement analysts by hiring, coaching, training, and mentoring staff, fostering professional development
• Oversees major purchasing and contracting activities, including reviewing and approving solicitations, requisitions, and purchase orders to contracts, amendments, and change ordersensuring accuracy, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility
• Advises supports City departments on procurement policies, processes, compliance, and best practices
• Serves as a subject matter expert for procurement systems, ensuring effective use of our ERP and eProcurement technology
• Designs and delivers training programs that empower employees across the City to navigate procurement tools, processes, and best practices
• Analyzes procurement data and workflows to identify improvements, solve problems creatively, and drive city-wide strategies that optimize efficiency, value, and overall enhancement of procurement operations

Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field and 5 to 7 years' experience in procurement, purchasing, contract administration, or related work OR Any equivalent combination of training and / or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted Preferred Qualifications : Certified Local Government Purchase Officer (CLGPO) or similar public procurement certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

ADA and Other Requirements : Work Environment and Physical Effort : Sedentary : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and / or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Employees may occasionally work in an outdoor environment. Work in this position does not require frequent environmental exposures. Employees may occasionally be exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate. City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.