Senior Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist

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Senior Procurement Specialist

Salary

$3,099.36 - $3,676.35 Biweekly

Location

8000 N. Stadium

Job Type

Part Time 30

Job Number

39093

Department

Houston Health Department

Opening Date

06/29/2026

Closing Date

7/5/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Administrative Services

Section: Procurement

Workdays & Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM*

*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plans and directs the procurement of complex, high-tech and capital equipment, materials and services on a competitive basis and oversees the creation of contract specifications and standards for the City or a large City department characterized by industrial and/or high-tech operations and/or facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops, interprets, reviews and recommends new or improved City and/or departmental procurement policies and procedures to ensure economy and efficiency of operation.

• Researches, writes, evaluates and approves complex bid proposals, contracts and specifications for the purchasing of complex, high-tech and capital equipment, materials and services.

• Assigns work, trains and provides guidance to buyers and support staff. Typically supervises and evaluates buyers and support staff.

• Confers with City engineering, operations, maintenance and other technical personnel to develop detailed and technical specifications.

• Researches and recommends type and quality of materials, supplies and equipment.

• Establishes priorities and standards for procurement projects and contracts. Conducts pre-bid meetings and explains and interprets specifications and standards to vendors and department and City officials.

• Ensures bid invitations are distributed and bid opening dates are advertised. Interprets, evaluates and reviews bids, contracts and proposals for content and conformance to specifications and for Minority/Women’s Business Enterprise (M/WBE) capabilities.

• Makes oral and written presentations on recommendations for purchases requiring upper management and/or Council approval. Prepares financial and administrative reports for upper management.

• Researches vendors and evaluates their ability to provide and the availability of quality materials, equipment and services. Arranges for and administers tests of materials and equipment to ensure they meet specifications and standards.

• Researches and keeps updated on industry standards, types, features and quality of products, suppliers and other information by reviewing catalogs, technical and industrial publications and other sources.

• 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).

• Participates in long-range purchase planning and needs analysis to simplify and standardize service and commodity types and reduce costs

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Engineering, Purchasing, or a field closely related to the work being performed.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

(6) Six years of progressively responsible professional experience in purchasing technical materials, equipment and/or services or performing cost benefit and/or specification analysis are required.

Professional purchasing experience may substitute for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

NONE

PREFERENCES

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: Grant Funds

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: 27

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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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.

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

• 13 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

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01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

02

Are you a current City of Houston employee?

• Yes

• No

03

Which best describes your education?

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associates Degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Engineering, Purchasing, or a field closely related

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Engineering, Purchasing, or a field closely related

• Masters Degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Engineering, Purchasing, or a field closely related

• Doctorate/PhD in Business Administration, Materials Management, Engineering, Purchasing, or a field closely related

04

Which area of concentration did you obtain your degree?

• Business Administration

• Finance

• Materials Management

• Engineering

• Purchasing

• Other

• I have no degree

05

Which of the following best describes your level of procurement experience?

• No Experience

• 1 - 3 years experience

• 4 -6 years experience

• 6-8 years experience

• 8-10 years experience

• 10 or more years

06

In your current/most recent position, explain your responsibilities related to procurement (See resume is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A)

07

What is your level of experience in Contract Administration?

• No Experience

• 1 - 3 years experience

• 4 - 6 years experience

• More than 6 years experience

08

In your current/most recent position, explain your responsibilities related to contracts administration (See resume is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A)

Required Question