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Overview

Oakland County is a leading public service organization that strengthens communities and improves the quality of life for residents. The organization offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to do meaningful work in a mission‑driven environment. This description reflects the role of Procurement Manager and the county’s commitment to integrity, innovation, and public service.

Location: Waterford, MI (Hybrid with flexibility). Salary Range: $107,853 - $144,503.

What You’ll Do

• Improve workflows, update policies, and recommend technology enhancements for procurement functions.
• Lead and supervise the Procurement Division, setting priorities, coaching and developing staff, and holding team members accountable to standards and expectations.
• Oversee contracts, RFPs, and purchasing documents to ensure compliance, accuracy, and value.
• Negotiate and manage complex, high-visibility contracts.
• Partner with County departments and leadership to develop strategic procurement solutions.
• Ensure transparency through reporting and adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Advance supplier diversity through vendor outreach and engagement.

Why You’ll Love It

• Make an Impact: Support essential County services through responsible procurement.
• Lead & Influence: Shape procurement strategy and guide a skilled team.
• High-Visibility Work: Contribute to projects affecting the entire organization.
• Innovative Environment: Modernize processes and explore new technologies.
• Work‑Life Balance: Hybrid schedule with flexibility.
• Great Benefits and Perks: Excellent retirement contribution and insurance options.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (preferred majors: Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Accounting, or related field).
• At least eight (8) years of full-time professional procurement or purchasing experience in private or public sector/government, with at least three (3) years in supervision or leadership of employees.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Professional certifications: CPM, CPPB, or CPSM (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of purchasing practices, market conditions, and public procurement laws and regulations.
• Experience managing a union-represented workforce and engaging in vendor outreach and supplier diversity efforts.
• Experience in contract negotiations and in developing complex contracts and bid documents.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and evaluate work; establish and maintain relationships with vendors and stakeholders; and analyze procurement data for reporting.
• Familiarity with AI use in purchasing technology and proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, and internet software.

Supervision Exercised

• Plans, directs, and makes staffing decisions for the Procurement Division (team of 4–8). Instructs, assigns, schedules, checks work, appraises performance, and participates in discipline decisions as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Develops procurement contracts and lease agreements ensuring appropriate terms and conditions.
• Collaborates with Department Directors, Administrators, and Elected Officials to develop departmental specifications aligned with strategic direction and cost savings.
• Reviews and approves procurement reports and activities for the public or Board of Commissioners.
• Maintains knowledge of current procurement trends and applicable laws and practices.
• Conducts regular one‑on‑one meetings with staff to monitor contract status, priorities, workloads, and deadlines.
• Develops and implements procedures for efficient processing of requisitions, orders, invoices, and related records.
• Provides training and ensures ongoing development of Procurement staff and departmental contacts on best practices and policy changes.
• Oversees diversity efforts to expand County supplier diversity and engage minority‑owned, women‑owned, and veteran‑owned businesses.
• Participates in vendor outreach as needed and negotiates favorable contract terms with vendors.
• Prepares data for reporting to the Chief Procurement Officer and supports budget and objective setting for the division.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned; complies with all policies and standards; uses countywide and department software to complete assignments.
• Detail: Oversee a fair and transparent centralized procurement program for County departments and elected officials in accordance with Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual, board resolutions, and applicable laws.
• Manage ongoing supplier diversity initiatives and vendor outreach.
• Provide recommendations on division personnel, budget, goals, objectives, and technology updates; update workflow processes and the Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual as needed.
• Utilize current countywide and department software to complete assignments.

Working Conditions & Notice

Hybrid work environment with flexibility. Office setting with potential travel to off‑site locations as part of duties. This description is intended to reflect core responsibilities and qualifications; other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

EEO Statement

Oakland County is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Inclusion and diversity are valued, and all applicants are encouraged to apply.