What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Procurement / Contract Manager position at City of Long Beach?
The City is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Procurement / Contract Manager to lead all aspects of municipal purchasing, contract administration, and vendor management. This position oversees the procurement of goods and services for all City departments, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, grant requirements, and local policies. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven professional capable of modernizing procurement operations while maintaining transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility, with strong knowledge of state procurement statutes, grant-funded purchasing rules, and competitive bidding regulations. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated success in managing RFPs, negotiating contracts, and achieving cost savings in a public environment, and exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills. Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or similar credential is preferred.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred); and Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in government or public-sector procurement, including contract management responsibilities.
Candidates will be required to take a Civil Service examination and be reachable on the resulting eligible list pursuant to NYS Civil Service Law.
Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $110,000 - $130,000