Division Manager (SPD)

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: SPD Employees Only
Classification: Division Manager
Division: Strategic Procurement Division
Reporting Location: 611 Walker St.
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM *Subject to change*
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS .
Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the activities of teams of procurement and Senior Procurement Specialists in the City’s central Strategic Procurement Division (SPD).

The Division Manager duties include but are not limited to:

• Fosters close, positive working relationships with assigned client departments, ensuring that all procurement needs are being met.
• Accountable for team workload, striving to meet all target goals on assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local procurement rules relating to all formal procurement methods, including requests for proposals, requests for qualifications, invitations to bid, and cooperative purchasing.
• Manages procurement personnel in the review, processing and monitoring of contracts, bids, purchase orders through the City’s procurement process.
• Develops, reviews, and approves new or improved administrative and purchasing procedures to ensure economy and efficiency of operation.
• Reviews and approves complex bid proposals and specifications. Presents recommendations on purchases requiring upper management and/or Council approval.
• Interprets and directs the development of contract provisions and reviews contracts for accuracy.
• Evaluates and approves changes prior to bid and renewal.
• Manages and participates in the preparation of financial and administrative reports for upper management.
• Drafts and review proposed contracts, correspondence, letters of agreements and amendments.
• Manages and negotiates procurement terms and conditions with potential vendors.
• Interfaces with vendors to achieve conflict resolution. Investigates claims where vendors fail to provide services or materials as specified and recommends action (i.e., penalty).

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain or Materials Management or a field closely related to activities of the division.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven years of progressive professional experience closely related to the activities of the division are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity.

A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two years of experience.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with strong analytical, business, written and verbal communications skills. Strong background in public speaking, organization of work, time management and building inter-City working relationships. Knowledge of governmental procurement concepts and practices. Superior knowledge of all aspects of the City's purchasing systems and SAP applications.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - NO

SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 29

APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-6051.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-6051. (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 8/13/2025 11:59 PM Central

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