Procurement Manager

Two full-time positions available with the General Services Department, Procurement Services Division, located at 414 E 12th St.
Salary Range: $5,794-$8,833/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework schedule available after 6-month probationary period completed
Application Deadline Date: January 29, 2026


Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as the on-site Procurement Manager for the Procurement Service Division (PSD) of the General Services Department.
• Reports directly to the Chief Procurement Officer of the City of Kansas City, Missouri, emphasizing its importance in supporting the city's operations.
• Leads planning, organizing, and execution of contracting operations for the designated department, playing a vital role in ensuring operational success and efficiency.
• Understands and implements enterprise team.
• Supervises personnel and manages contracting and administrative tasks to ensure accountability and operational efficiency.
• Maintains department vendor relationships, negotiating agreements for materials and services, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and city regulations through market and analyses.
• Possesses expertise in preparing solicitations, analyzing proposals, executing negotiations, and awarding contracts/cooperative agreements.
• Engages in strategic planning and policy development to align PSDs procurement activities with the department's goals.

Specialized Experience: To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one year of specialized knowledge, which includes:

1) Advanced level in procurement strategy and design, focusing on leading collaborative design teams to develop effective contracting mechanisms that meet the needs of the requesting division. This involves engaging external stakeholders, offering business recommendations, implementing new acquisition strategies, and providing clear policy interpretations.

2) An advanced level of understanding to enhance the procurement process at each stage by conducting thorough analyses of current trends and best practices, and systematically compiling valuable lessons learned. Leverage leadership skills to advocate for necessary adjustments to standard operating procedures and practices, ensuring greater efficiency and effectiveness in achieving organizational goals.

3) An expert level of comprehension, coordination, and prioritization of tasks. The role involves meticulously overseeing the allocation of responsibilities to ensure work is executed effectively and efficiently. The focus is on optimizing workflow and ensuring that all duties are completed promptly, promoting a high standard of productivity and organization.

4) Demonstrating a high level of expertise in overseeing operations for projects, tasks, and schedules across an entire portfolio. Adept at identifying essential resources while conducting thorough assessments of cost, quality, and risk factors. Plays a pivotal role in the strategic development of project schedules and efficiently directs associated tasks and resource allocation to ensure optimal project outcomes.

5) Advance knowledge of procurement, covering cradle-to-grave contracting. This includes acquisition planning, market research, solicitation, source selection, cost and price analysis, negotiation, responsibility determinations, award management, and award closeout.

Per the department as a condition of employment, selectee(s) must meet the following minimum qualifications or have an approved waiver signed by the Chief Procurement Officer before the final job offer is made:

• Have at least four years of acquisition and assistance experience.
• Have two years of management experience.
• Be a Contracting Professional certified within their specified grace period.
  

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience at the level of Senior Procurement Officer. Preference given to those with a Master's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant master's degrees (preference, in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management).


Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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