City of New York · 2 weeks ago
Senior Associate Director, Procurement Reform
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $148K/yr
6+ years expThe City of New York is seeking a Senior Associate Director for Procurement Reform within the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services. This role is responsible for leading citywide procurement reform initiatives, advising agencies on procurement strategy, and managing teams to enhance transparency and accountability in the contracting ecosystem.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage an internal team supporting citywide efforts to design and implement challenge-based procurements, from defining challenge scopes to assisting agencies in developing methods to assess feasibility under the Demonstration Project procurement framework
Review procurement business workflows across mayoral agencies and recommend revisions or reforms that enhance transparency, accountability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness
Support the development and execution of MOCS-led procurements, providing strategic, operational, and policy guidance
Investigate and analyze complex procurements and contracts, collaborating with internal MOCS teams to ensure compliance, alignment, and effective outcomes
Develop research plans and recommend strategies to identify, prevent, and address fraud or mismanagement within the City’s procurement and contracting processes; implement approved strategies as appropriate
Serve as a PASSPort and procurement subject matter expert and trusted policy advisor to City agencies
Assist agencies with procurement planning, strategic sourcing, and financial transaction management
Represent MOCS at conferences, webinars, and professional forums related to procurement, contracting, and supply chain best practices
Enhance the impact of agency-wide initiatives through collaboration and knowledge sharing
Engage in ongoing professional development to strengthen expertise in procurement, technology, government operations, public policy, and people and change management
Lead or contribute to special projects as assigned in support of agency priorities
Qualification
Required
Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college
6 years of full-time, satisfactory experience in contracting or procurement, at least 2 years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity
Managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and working independently with strong attention to detail
Communicating clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Analyzing data, synthesizing complex information, and developing actionable recommendations
Building relationships quickly and fostering positive, collaborative team dynamics
Leading and managing staff, including defining roles, recruiting, training, coaching, and supporting professional development
Facilitating cross-functional collaboration, knowledge sharing, and team building
Serving as a project manager for complex initiatives, adjusting scope and timelines as needed
Maintaining accurate records, protocols, and knowledge bases
Representing MOCS in executive and interagency forums, conveying priorities and incorporating stakeholder feedback
Coordinating with administrative partners on human resources and operational matters
Company
City of New York
City of New York, often called as New York City, is the most populous city in United States.
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