Procurement Manager (Temporary)

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a temporary Procurement Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of our Purchasing division within the City's Finance department. Are you service-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Procurement Manager earns a competitive salary up to $79,029.74 - $95,964.70based on experience and qualifications.

Are you a strategic procurement professional who enjoys solving complex problems, building strong partnerships, and helping an organization use public resources responsibly?

The City of Pearland is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee citywide procurement activities and ensure departments receive the commodities and services they need through financially responsible, timely, and compliant purchasing practices. This position works with City departments, vendors, contractors, Finance leadership, and elected officials to support high-quality public service.

• Review, approve, and monitor purchase orders.
• Analyze purchasing trends, vendor expenditures, and purchase-order timelines.
• Develop and review bid specifications and conduct supporting market research.
• Advise departments on procurement methods, requirements, timelines, and estimated expenditures.
• Lead and support buyers by providing guidance on bids, specifications, line items, and procurement processes.
• Oversee the City's Capital Improvement Program as it relates to procurement guidance.
• Evaluate bids, check references, and vet prospective contractors.
• Meet with vendors, conduct pre-bid conferences, and clarify bid requirements.
• Prepare Council correspondence and agenda requests.
• Communicate procurement project updates to Finance leadership.
• Supervise staff, assign work, establish procedures, and promote an efficient, collaborative work environment.
• Support utility service requests and account maintenance in coordination with service providers and City departments.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a closely related field.
• A combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of the stated minimum educational requirements.
• At least four years of purchasing or closely related experience.
• Sound judgment and the ability to make decisions in a complex, fast-moving environment.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience developing specifications, evaluating bids, managing vendor relationships, and advising internal customers.
• The ability to lead others, manage competing priorities, and protect the organization's financial interests.