Director of Procurement

DHA HOUSING SOLUTIONS FOR NORTH TEXAS

JOB VACANCY

JULY 07, 2023

Job Title:                          DIRECTOR OF PROCUREMENT

Location:                         EXECUTIVE

Summary: Under general supervision, manages the Procurement Department functions and staff, and directs the programs and supervisors to achieve their departmental missions; assures compliance of all activities with DHA goals and objectives, state and federal laws, and DHA policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:  The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification.  Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Manages, plans and directs the daily activities of the Procurement Department through appropriate delegation, managerial support, and work supervision; directs the Authority’s procurement of products and services, disposition of obsolete and excess property.
• Reviews and applies new or revised laws, regulations, and compliance standards. Gathers documentation required for contract execution; assists staff in drafting, reviewing and revising contracts.
• Reviews procurement documents and process contracts through required approval process.
• Reviews contracts to ensure compliance with the Authority’s contractual requirements as it pertains to insurance.
• Maintains, tracks, and updates contract database; provides information within scope of authority.
• Provides leadership, direction and coaching to staff and; monitors work, develops staff skills, and evaluates performance.
• Analyzes and evaluates procurement issues and proposals, develops recommendations, and directs the implementations of solutions.
• Monitors Procurement Department operations and procedures; develops and approves recommendations for improving the Department’s operations and processes; assures the satisfaction of customers in quality and responsiveness of services.
• Develops, evaluates and implements Department goals, objectives, policies and procedures; assures Department’s activities are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations and goals.
• Monitors budget and expenditures for programs and services; coordinates information and assures effective communications between Departments and external groups.
• Supports the relationship between DHA and the constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and DHA staff.
• Enthusiastically promotes the President/CEO’s priorities for the operations of DHA.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of DHA organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, ordinances, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supply procurement and disposition, inventory management, and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of allocated resources.
• Knowledge of personnel rules and budgeting systems.
• Knowledge of the principles of record keeping and records management.
• Knowledge of business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications.
• Skill in understanding, interpreting and applying relevant standards and procedures, and applicable Federal and State rules and regulations.
• Skill in supervising staff, delegating tasks and authority, and coaching to improve staff performance.
• Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Skill in working under pressure of deadlines, and establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other DHA staff.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Skill in interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift/carry up to 10 pounds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration or a related field; AND four (4) year’s related procurement management experience, including two (2) years’ experience in the government sector; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid State of Texas Drivers’ License.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open Until Filled