Procurement & Contracts Manager

The Procurement & Contracts Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the City’s centralized procurement and contract administration functions. This position directs citywide sourcing initiatives, oversees complex solicitations and negotiations, and ensures full lifecycle contract compliance in accordance with Florida Statutes and municipal policy. The Manager leads strategic sourcing efforts to optimize cost, quality, and service delivery; strengthens supplier relationships; implements procurement best practices; and drives continuous improvement in purchasing operations, spend analytics, and contract management processes. This role supervises professional procurement staff, supports executive leadership and City Commission actions, and ensures transparency, accountability, and audit-ready procurement practices that serve the operational needs of all City departments. Directs and manages all City procurement and contract administration functions, overseeing formal and informal solicitations, cooperative and emergency purchases, and full lifecycle contract management from solicitation through renewal or termination. Develops, reviews, and negotiates complex, high-risk contracts and solicitation documents for goods, services, construction, real estate, and professional services, ensuring best value and legal defensibility. Ensures full compliance with Florida Statutes, federal and local procurement laws, ethics standards, and public transparency requirements, maintaining audit-ready records and strong internal controls. Leads strategic sourcing and cost optimization initiatives, conducting market research and financial analyses to drive operational efficiency, competitive sourcing, and responsible stewardship of public funds. Supervises, mentors, and develops procurement staff, resolves contract and vendor disputes, supports departmental budgeting and strategic planning efforts, and maintains operational readiness during emergency events. Performs related duties and special projects as assigned. Education Bachelor’s degree required Master’s degree may substitute for up to 2 years of required experience Experience Minimum 8 years of professional experience in public or private procurement, supply chain management, logistics with contract management Demonstrated leadership experience in planning, directing, and overseeing procurement, materials management, and contract administration operations Experience operating within a public sector environment, preferably municipal government Warehousing & Logistics, Inventory Management experience a plus Licenses / Certifications Must possess and maintain a recognized professional procurement or supply management certification (e.g., CPPO, CPPB, CPSM), or obtain one within 12 months of hire. Key Competencies Exercises independent judgment and professional expertise in planning, directing, and overseeing municipal procurement and contract administration operations. Applies extensive knowledge of public sector sourcing and contracting processes to ensure integrity, transparency, accountability, and defensible audit trails. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state (including Florida Statutes), and local procurement laws governing commodities, services, construction, professional services, competitive solicitations, ethics standards, and public records requirements. Utilizes cooperative purchasing agreements, consortium contracts, piggybacking arrangements, and intergovernmental procurement mechanisms at the local, state, and regional levels. Interprets and applies procurement policies, legal requirements, and complex contractual language in high-risk situations while effectively leading, mentoring, and developing procurement staff. Work Days/Hours: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Job Status: Full-time Department/Number: Purchasing/5310 Pay Plan/Grade: 50/32 Position is open until filled. The City of Pompano Beach welcomes everyone who would like to become a member of our team and who wants to “Do Good”. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, or other circumstances and characteristics protected by state or federal law. The City promotes diversity of culture, background, thought, and ideas. The City strives to make inclusion a part of everything we do and strives for a work environment that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. Need help applying? Visit the Online Employment Application Guide for detailed instructions on how to complete and submit your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr