City of Union City Government · 16 hours ago
Purchasing and Procurement Coordinator
City Hall - Union City, GA 30291
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$54K/yr - $54K/yr
5+ years expCity of Union City Government is seeking a Purchasing and Procurement Coordinator to support its vision and mission. The role involves preparing and managing formal solicitations, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements, and maintaining effective relationships with vendors and contractors.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Prepares, manages, and administers formal solicitations (RFPs, RFBs, and RFQs) in accordance with City, state, and federal procurement requirements
Develops and issues solicitation documents; coordinates evaluations, bid openings, and award recommendations
Reviews scopes of work, technical specifications, and ensures compliance with established purchasing policies
Drafts, reviews, and maintains contracts, amendments, renewals, and terminations, ensuring timely tracking and compliance
Administers a centralized contract management system; monitors key contract milestones and deliverables
Reviews and approves purchase requisitions and purchase orders for accuracy, budget alignment, and compliance
Provides training and technical guidance to departments on purchasing procedures, solicitations, and contract administration
Assists in maintaining the City’s Procurement Policies and Procedures Manual and recommends process improvements
Coordinates procurement for capital improvement and grant-funded projects, ensuring adherence to funding agency requirements
Prepares and presents procurement-related reports and analyses for management and City leadership
Maintains effective relationships with vendors, contractors, and staff; promotes ethical and transparent purchasing practices
Any other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A High School Diploma; and One year of Government experience
Comprehensive knowledge of public sector purchasing laws, regulations, and best practices
Skilled in drafting and managing solicitations, contracts, and procurement documents
Ability to interpret and apply local, state, and federal procurement guidelines, including those related to grants
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present information clearly and professionally
Proficiency with financial and procurement systems (e.g., ERP or Team Georgia Marketplace)
Demonstrated ability to train and guide others, fostering compliance and collaboration across departments
Exercises sound judgment, integrity, and professionalism in decision-making
Preferred
Experience managing solicitations and supporting capital or grant-related procurement
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental purchasing, procurement, or contract administration
Certifications such as CPPB or CPPO
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
Company
City of Union City Government
Union City is a vibrant, evolving community in southern Fulton County, home to 27,000+ residents and strong civic leadership.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase