Procurement Manager

Strategic Procurement Coordinator

Under administrative direction, performs strategic procurement activities, contract administration, asset disposal coordination and vendor account setup for Laramie County Departments. Provides departments with support in the procurement process by coordinating the administrative functions needed with purchases that require contracts, Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Quotes (RFQ).

Essential Job Functions :

• Serve as liaison to departments to streamline workflows and address procurement needs.
• Develop and issue RFPs and RFQs, including all the required postings and notifications.
• Oversees contract negotiation, compliance and execution related to the assigned procurement process.
• Define and periodically review non-negotiable contract terms and boilerplate language.
• Maintain and enforce standardized contract templates, RFQ and RFP procedures.
• Gather detailed specifications and coordinate bid and contract documents.
• Ensure proper processing of contracts, Certificates of Insurance (CIOs), invoices and credit applications.
• Collaborate with Finance to confirm funding and track expenditure by utilizing the financial system.
• Oversee setup and consolidation of vendor accounts.
• Coordinate procurement card (P-Card) set-up, including authorized users and spending levels.
• Update fixed asset tracking for procured items.
• Establish and document asset disposal processes in coordination with appropriate personnel.
• Manage timelines, bid processes and documentation for large-scale acquisitions.
• Oversee vendor relationships and ensure contract terms are clearly defined and documented.
• Develop, implement and maintain County procurement policy and procedures.
• Coordinate the processing of new county vehicle titles and vehicle plate updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

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