Procurement Manager

Salary : $96,179.20 Annually
Location : 4800 West Copans Road, Coconut Creek, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-54
Department: Finance & Admin. Svcs.
Division: Procurement
Opening Date: 09/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt


Description
Performs managerial level work in support of the Finance and Administrative Services Department. Plans, manages, directs, and coordinates the operations of the Procurement Division. Serves as the City's subject matter expert for procurement and contract administration, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ethical standards. Provides strategic leadership for procurement operations, supervises assigned staff, develops procurement policies and procedures, and advises City departments regarding procurement methods, contract administration, and purchasing best practices. Exercises considerable independent judgment and discretion in administering the City's procurement function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Division Leadership and Operational Management

• Plans, directs, manages, and oversees the operations of the Procurement Division
• Supervises assigned personnel, including hiring, assigning work, establishing priorities, coaching, mentoring, evaluating performance, approving leave, recommending disciplinary actions, and supporting employee development
• Establishes operational goals, performance expectations, and work priorities to ensure timely completion of procurement operations and customer service
• Evaluates Procurement Division operations and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, customer service, and regulatory compliance

Procurement Policy, Compliance, and Process Oversight

• Serves as the City's procurement subject matter expert and provides strategic guidance to City Administration, departments, and staff regarding procurement laws, policies, best practices, and contract administration
• Develops, implements, and administers procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with statutory, ethical, and budgetary requirements
• Monitors federal, state, and local legislative changes related to procurement and updates policies accordingly
• Establishes and maintains an efficient competitive solicitation process, including the development of standard purchasing documents and best practices for contract administration
• Collaborates with City Administration and the City Attorney's Office to develop and refine contract-specific language for solicitations and procurement documents

Training, Staff Development, and Vendor Education

• Oversees, develops, and delivers procurement training programs for Procurement Division staff, contract administrators, and City departments
• Provides training and guidance to procurement personnel and department staff on procurement policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Develops and maintains training materials, including quick reference guides, checklists, forms, templates, training videos, and structured training sessions
• Educates vendors on purchasing practices, procedures, and compliance expectations

Procurement Operations and Contract Administration

• Oversees procurement activities, contract administration, competitive solicitations, and purchasing operations to ensure compliance, transparency, and best value
• Reviews and approves procurement documents, purchasing transactions, and contracts requiring division approval
• Oversees vendor performance, contract compliance, and resolution of procurement disputes and bid protests
• Supports City departments in selecting appropriate procurement methods and administering contracts

Audit, Risk Management, and Process Improvement

• Establishes and implements procurement governance, including internal controls, compliance monitoring, auditing processes, and risk mitigation activities to promote accountability, transparency, and regulatory compliance
• Oversees procurement systems and spearheads technological advancements for procurement functions, including ERP, e-procurement, contract management, and purchasing card platforms, ensuring they support operational efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Researches funding opportunities, cooperative buying programs, and cost-saving procurement strategies.

Additional Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees the City's procurement webpage and related procurement communications
• Represents the City at professional organizations, cooperative purchasing groups, conferences, and meetings to remain current on procurement trends and best practices
• May attend Commission meetings to present or provide input on procurement-related agenda items
• Performs other related duties as assigned and/or required

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related discipline, supplemented by four (4) or more years of experience in procurement or related field. Government, construction, and professional services procurement experience is preferred. The use of automated procurement systems, working with various software programs, and knowledge of Florida public procurement laws and practices is a plus. One (1) year of experience in a supervisory, lead, or senior capacity required.


Must possess or obtain Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification or equivalent procurement certification within two (2) years of employment.


*The City reserves the right to consider alternate combinations of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced knowledge of purchasing principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Skill in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, and Excel)
• Skill in providing good customer service
• Ability to effectively lead, mentor, and supervise staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines
• Ability to follow the Code of Ethics as set forth by the City, National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP), and state statutes
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities and technology
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions and suggest improvements to processes
• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to regularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work schedule

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Tasks are regularly performed inside without potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes and/or poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery and/or moving vehicles, vibrations, electric currents, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids, violence and/or disease, or pathogenic substances.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.

The City of Coconut Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, The City provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
CITY OF COCONUT CREEK BENEFIT SUMMARY

FOR CIVIL SERVICE (FLSA-EXEMPT) PERSONNEL

HOLIDAYS - 11 paid full-day holidays and 2 paid half-day (Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve) holidays per year.
PERSONAL LEAVE - 20 hours/year (prorated the first year of employment based on hire date); does not roll over.
JOB BASIS LEAVE - 40 hours/year (prorated the first year of employment based on hire date); does not roll over.
VACATION LEAVE - Employees earn vacation leave from the date of hire based on the following schedule:

• < 3 years of service.0385 hours per each regular paid hour (80 hrs./yr.)
• 3+ years of service.0577 hours per each regular paid hour(120 hrs./yr.)
• 6+ years of service .0770 hours per each regular paid hour(160 hrs./yr.)
• 9+ years of service.0962 hours per each regular paid hour(200 hrs./yr.)

Maximum accumulation is 240 hours as of the last day of the pay period including November 1 each year, with up to 80 hours of any accumulation in excess of 240 hours pad out annually at a 100% conversion rate.
SICK LEAVE - Employees earn 0.0462 hours of sick leave for each hour of regular paid service. Accumulations in excess of 520 hours are paid out annually at a 50%, 75%, or 100% conversion rate depending on years of service.
GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAM
For each employee, the City pays the premiums for $20,000 Basic Life and AD&D insurance, Long- and Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program (for behavioral and mental health), and contributes towards the employee and family medical insurance premiums, including 100% of the premoi9ums for employee-only coverage on the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). Most employees who enroll in the City's HDHP are eligible to participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA), which may include a City contribution. Eligibility for coverage is the first of the month following thirty (30) days of full time employment.
Proof of medical coverage is required for full-time City employees. However, employees may opt-out of the City's group medical insurance and receive an opt-out payment. The City's insurance program includes a Section 125 Program, which allows eligible employees to pay for most insurance premiums with pre-tax dollars and/or set aside pre-tax dollars for unreimbursed medical, dependent or elder care. All payments are made bi-weekly by payroll deduction. Changes to selections may only be made during qualifying periods.

MEDICAL PREMIUM OFFSET (LEAVE CONVERSION)

Employees may be eligible to convert accrued sick and/or vacation leave to offset medical insurance premiums under the City's group health insurance plan or to fund a Health Savings Account (HSA), if applicable.

PENSION/RETIREMENT PLAN
The City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), which offers a choice of a Pension Plan (defined benefit) or an Investment Plan (defined contribution). The City contributes the amount determined by the State, and employees make a bi-weekly mandatory 3% contribution through payroll deduction on a pre-tax basis. The Pension Plan benefit is determined by multiplying 1.6%* times the years of FRS service times the average of the employee's highest paid eight (8) years* of salary. The Investment Plan benefit is based on the performance of selected funds over time. Employees in the Pension Plan are vested after eight (8) years* of service; vesting is after one (1) year of service for the Investment Plan. Normal Retirement for the Pension Plan is age 65 with 8 years* of Regular Class service, or 33 years of Regular Class service regardless of age Early Retirement is any member who is vested, who has not yet met normal retirement age or date. (There is a penalty of 5% for each year the retirement date precedes the normal retirement age.) There is no age or service requirement that must be met to receive a benefit under the Investment Plan, provided the one (1) year vesting requirement has been met.
*Please Note: If you have recently retired from FRS, please check the FRS website at to review the provision pertaining to re-employment restrictions.
*Age and years of service for vesting, highest average compensation, normal retirement, and early retirement requirements may differ for those enrolled in FRS prior to July 1, 2011. Please refer to the FRS Pension Plan Member Handbook for additional information.
Employees may also make voluntary contributions to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan or Roth IRA Plan with MissionSquare Retirement, up to the annual limit as defined by the IRS.
The City also makes a one-time lump sum contribution to a Retirement Health Savings Plan for employees who meet age and years of service requirements upon retirement.
LONGEVITY PAY - Employees are eligible for an annual lump sum longevity payment as follows:

• Upon completion of five (5) through nine (9) years of service:$500
• Upon completion of ten (10) through fourteen (14) years of service:$1,000
• Upon completion of fifteen (15) through nineteen (19) years of service:$1,500
• Upon completion of twenty (20) years of service:$2,000

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM
Employees who have completed their one (1) year probationary period are eligible to participate in the Tuition Reimbursement Program. With approval of the course(s) and subject to availability of funds, employees may be eligible for reimbursement of 100% for a grade of A, 75% for a grade of B, and 50% for a grade of C. The maximum tuition reimbursement available to any employee shall be the equivalent of (18) credit hours per fiscal year at either the State of Florida community college level or the State of Florida university level.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF)
As a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, full-time employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness. The U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program may forgive the remaining balance on qualifying student loans after an employee has made one hundred and twenty (120) qualifying payments while working for the City and meeting requirements set forth by the Department of Education.
PAY-FOR-PERFORMANCE AND ACROSS-THE-BOARD WAGE ADJUSTMENTS

Employees are eligible for up to 5% in pay-for-performance compensation, based upon their annual evaluation, and annual across-the-board wage adjustments, provided said compensation is funded in the city's adopted budget.
DISCOUNT PROGRAMS

The City offers a variety of discount programs, including, but not limited to, Healthy Meals, Health Services, Banking / Financial, Cellular / Data and Computer Services, Entertainment, Retail and Travel.

WELLNESS PROGRAMS
The City of Coconut Creek offers a wide variety of wellness initiatives and programs, including, but not limited to, Class Pass, Walking Challenges, Annual Wellness Fair, wellness preventive screenings, flu shots, and mammograms. The City is also actively expanding its focus on behavioral and mental health and is always looking for new ways to improve the overall health and wellness of its employees.
Please note, the benefits listed above are subject to change. Full descriptions of each benefit listed may be found in the City's Code of Ordinances, Administrative Orders, applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement, on the employee portal or by contacting Human Resources and Risk Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education?Note: A copy of your diploma must be submitted with your application.

• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• High School Diploma or GED

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Is your degree in one of the following disciplines?

• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Other (please answer the next question)

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If you answered "Other" to the previous question, what discipline is your degree in?
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How many years of verifiable work experience do you have working in governmental procurement and/or project management and/or systems implementation?

• Two to four (2-4) years
• Five to seven (5-7) years
• Eight to ten (8- 10) years
• More than ten (10) years

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Please list the employers and dates listed on your application that supports this experience:
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Which valid procurement certification do you possess? (Please check all that apply) Note: A copy must be submitted with your application.

• Certified Public Professional Officer (CPPO)
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
• Other procurement related certification
• I do not possess a procurement certification

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If you selected "Other procurement related certification" to the previous question, please list your certifications.
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Are you currently employed by The City of Coconut Creek?

• Yes
• No

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Describe why you desire employment in this position and state any additional information you feel may be helpful to us in considering your application.
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Describe a challenging procurement or contracting issue you were responsible for resolving. Briefly explain the situation, how you approached it, the factors you considered, and the outcome. What, if anything, would you do differently today?
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A successful procurement function must balance compliance, customer service, efficiency, transparency, and organizational risk. Describe how you believe a Procurement Manager should balance these responsibilities when they conflict.
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Based on your review of this position and the responsibilities described in the job posting, identify the three areas in which you believe you would make the greatest contribution to the organization. For each, briefly explain the experience or approach you would bring.
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Required Documentation: I understand that I am required to submit the following documentation to the City of Coconut Creek for my application to be considered complete Documents must be submitted at the time of application.
*Copy of proof of highest education level(e.g., High School Diploma/GED, College transcript or degree, etc.)

*Copy of required licenses/certifications

*Copy of DD214 (if claiming Veterans Preference)

Note to Applicant: Electronic copies of required documents may be attached to your online application. If electronic copies are not available, required documents must be hand-delivered or mailed to the City of Coconut Creek Human Resources Department at 4800 W. Copans Road, Coconut Creek, FL 33073, or faxed to View phone number on click.appcast.io within 1 business day of submitting your application. Applications without the necessary accompanying documents will be considered incomplete.

• I understand that failure to submit required documentation is reason for disqualification from consideration for employment.

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