Cook County Government · 14 hours ago
SENIOR PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & REGIONAL SECURITY) - GRANT FUNDED
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $97K/yr
4+ years expCook County Government is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to assist in identifying issues in procurement processes and handling procurement and purchasing activities. The role involves coordinating the solicitation and evaluation of qualifications and proposals, negotiating contract terms, and training staff on best practices related to procurement activities.
GovernmentNon ProfitResidential
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in identifying issues in procurement processes and handling procurement and purchasing activities
Coordinate and direct the solicitation and evaluation of qualifications and proposals as well as the subsequent negotiations of contract terms with selected vendors for the procurement of professional goods, services, and commodities specifically for the Bureau/Department
Review specifications and interact with other affiliated agencies and vendors
Answer questions related to procurement and address non-standard issues
Train staff on best practices and industry standards related to procurement activities
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher
Four (4) years in developing contract solicitations, negotiating procurement contracts, or directly related experience
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee)
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization
Knowledge of contract development, processing, monitoring principles, and best practices in the procurement process
Knowledge of boilerplate contract language, terms, and conditions
Ability to work with other Bureaus/Departments in expediting contracts and ability to maintain, update, and create vendor databases
Skill in negotiating contract terms
Knowledge of disadvantaged, minority, and women owned business enterprise (DBE/MBE/WBE) programs, requirements, and best practices
Knowledge of Illinois State Statutes and Federal laws and regulations as they apply to purchasing procedures and policies
Ability to review and analyze changes in purchasing procedures as they apply to State statute
Ability to independently guide staff in area of specialization to drive business success
Ability to provide in-depth insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area
Ability to operate as a senior team member and communicate advanced specialized knowledge to team members, leaders, and external stakeholders
Knowledge of complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus
Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
Voluntary Benefits
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Company
Cook County Government
Cook County Government is a government agency that provides resident services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.1MKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Tanya S. Anthony, PMP
Chief Financial Officer
Alesia Hawkins
Deputy Chief Procurement Officer
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