The Director of Procurement serves as the principal officer for the procurement of the goods and services required by CFX. The Director of Procurement administers all procurement activities in accordance with the approved policy, procedures, guidelines and legal requirements. The Director is responsible for the management, organization and operational results of the department.

Duties and responsibilities

● Develops, implements and manages purchasing objectives, policies and procedures for

the procurement of and contracting for all materials, supplies, equipment and services

including construction, maintenance, architectural, engineering and professional services.

● Identifies and implements process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

● Reviews solicitation documents, performance reports and other required documents

prepared by procurement staff and recommends any necessary changes or improvements

to ensure compliance with approved Procurement Policy and Procedures.

● Represents CFX to outside agencies and organizations.

● Participates in outside professional groups.

● Maintains goodwill between CFX and its vendors by ensuring fair and equitable

treatment of all who participate in the procurement system.

● Promotes public confidence in the integrity and transparency of the procedures followed to procure the goods and services required by CFX.

● Prepares and manages the annual budget for the Procurement Department to ensure adherence to all budgeted limits.

● Keeps informed regarding current developments in the field of public purchasing

including but not limited to prices, market conditions and new products.

● Handles complaints and warranty issues regarding purchases and negotiates the return of merchandise and/or other settlement.

● Reviews and approves reports prepared by staff.

● Provides training to CFX staff regarding the requirements of the approved

Procurement Policy and Procedures Manual.

● Functions as the Program Administrator for CFX’s Purchasing Card and Fuel Card Programs including ordering cards for all authorized CFX staff.

● Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

● In-depth knowledge of current public sector procurement procedures, guidelines and regulations.

● Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

● Strong computer skills, ideally with experience using Windows-based PC programs.

● Inquisitive, detail-oriented with strong quantitative analytical skills and an innovative

approach to problem solving.

● Ability to handle multiple tasks, with awareness of deadlines.

● Ability to coordinate multiple group efforts to achieve objectives.

● Ability to identify processes needing improvement, and to recommend improvements.

● Strong supervisory and management skills.

● Experience in leading teams with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and developing talent.

● Bachelor’s degree in business, management, finance or accounting is desired.

● Eight-plus years of progressive procurement experience in the public sector or transportation industry including the preparation of bidding documents and contracts, contract management and budgeting.

● State of Florida public purchasing professionals training through the Florida Department of Management Services is desired.

● Certification as a Certified Public Procurement Officer or Certified Procurement Manager (CPM), preferred.

Work environment/Physical requirements

● This position is in typical office environment with heavy computer usage

All interested applicants, please apply at https://cfxway.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CFX_Careers/details/Director-of-Procurement_J1007

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orlando, FL 32807