Senior Procurement Agent

Senior Procurement AgentThe Lee County Port Authority is seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Procurement Agent to manage complex, large-scale competitive solicitations for commodities and services supporting Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field (FMY). The anticipated annual salary for the ideal candidate is between $62,610 and $72,000.Minimum Qualifications:A high school diploma or GEDA minimum of three years professional procurement experienceMust successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background screening, drug test, and meet all requirements to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge prior to employmentKey Responsibilities:Manage the end-to-end solicitation process from initial development through formal award and contract executionLead high-volume, diverse solicitations using formal and informal competitive methods, including specialized categories (IT, Construction, Professional Design)Serve as the subject matter expert to advise departments on procurement policies, procedures, and the basis for vendor awardsDetermine the responsiveness of bids, quotes, qualifications, and proposals; safeguard trade secret information and perform due diligence on bid waivers (sole/single source, exempt, emergency, and cooperative "piggyback" requests)Review and approve purchase requisitions within the ERP/financial system, ensuring accuracy, proper authorization, and supporting documentation prior to PO generationLead and conduct formal contract negotiations to ensure maximum value and cost-efficiency for the AuthorityAssist in preparing and reviewing documents for presentation to the Airport Special Management Committee (ASMC) or the Board of Port CommissionersEmergency Response/Recovery Activities:Lee County Port Authority personnel are designated by tier levels and may be called upon to assist with an emergency or unforeseen event at any time Employees may be called to fulfill duties that are outside their normal scope of work to assist in resuming airport operations and flight activities. GovernmentJobs.com