Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for performing advanced work in the purchase of a large variety of complex commodities and/or services of a specialized nature. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises no supervision.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensures the timely procurement of goods and non-professional services
• utilizing bids and competitive sealed proposals in accordance with cityprocurement policies and all other applicable federal, state and locallaws, policies and procedures.
• Consults with department personnel on procurement needs, provides

technical assistance for goods and non-professional services.

• Assists in determining solicitation method for complex, formal and

discretionary procurements may also assist with high profile contracts.services to determine market volatility, price trends, availability,alternative products and potential future problems or opportunities.developing specifications/scope of work, developing pricing matrix,coordinating with appropriate departments, finalizing solicitationdocuments, tabulating bids/proposals, facilitating evaluation andselection process.authority.for City Council consideration.purchasing polices and procedures, and assists in the training ofsuppliers.

• Conducts product and vendor research for goods and non-professional
• Plans, administers and executes the procurement process to include
• Reviews and executes contracts via purchase orders within delegated
• Facilitates contract negotiations with vendors.
• Prepares award recommendations and coordinates with client department
• Develops training modules, trains and mentors city employees in
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible procurement experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of State laws regarding public procurement procedures.
• Knowledge of City of San Antonio charter regulations and ordinances
• regarding procurement procedures.
• Knowledge of City policies regarding small, women and minority-owned

business vendors and awards.software.equipment.state and cooperative agreements, best value, high tech request forproposals and online auction platforms.and equipment purchases.regulations.complex procurement system.or without accommodations.

• Skill in the proficient operation of personal computers & associated
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office
• Ability to determine the most appropriate procurement method utilizing
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data pertaining to commodity
• Ability to establish procurement policies, procedures, laws, and
• Ability to interpret, evaluate and apply internal controls to a
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with

Pay: $28.37 per hour

Work Location: In person