Procurement and Contracting Manager

Under general direction, the purpose of the job is to direct and administer the strategies, programs, and activities of purchasing and contracting for the City to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Employees in this job classification function in an administrative capacity to ensure the development and maintenance of all vendor relationships for the continuous supply of quality products.  Work includes reviewing potential vendors and procurement of new products.  Proactively researches initiatives to reduce costs, increase product and service quality, and ensure timely delivery performance.  Performs related work as directed.