Contracts & Procurement Manager

Overview

The Contracts and Procurement Manager will oversee Contract Management, Procurements, Print Shop and Mail Operations. They will support all City departments with their contracting, purchasing, and mail needs. This position serves as a backup to the Assistant Director in the management of these City services as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serves as primary backup to the Assistant Director of Procurement during absences; reviews and approves contracts, purchase orders, agenda items, P-card actions, and other critical documents in their absence

• Supervises purchasing, capital and contracts managers; provides guidance/ support on requisition review, solicitation development, vendor selection, and contract compliance

• Conducts performance evaluations and approving time off

• Monitors the Procurement Card (P Card process) for compliance with the City policies and procedures and reviews audits and compliance reports

• Oversees Mail Room and Print Shop operations; supervises staff, ensures timely processing and delivery of mail and Council agenda packets, coordinates staffing, and steps in during shortages

• Reviews procurement-related agenda items after submission by staff; provides final approval and coordinates signatures in the Assistant Director's absence

• Mentors staff, resolves escalated procurement issues, and ensures continuity of division operations

• Serves as the City's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during activations and disasters; participates in a rotation schedule with the Assistant Director of Procurement to ensure procurement support coverage

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time

• Non rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/ BS)

• Seven (7) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Preferred

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public sector procurement preferred, including significant experience in contracts administration and capital purchases/ projects

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: April 1, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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