Corporate Procurement Program Manager (14823, Grade 34) - Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission : Job Details

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), a six-time National Recreation and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner is currently seeking a highly motivated, customer service oriented, team player to serve as a Corporate Procurement Program Manager in the Corporate Procurement Services Division. Under the direction of the Corporate Procurement Director, the successful candidate will be a detail-oriented, self-motivated change agent who drives operational excellence. The mission of Corporate Procurement Services is to provide high-quality, efficient and timely procurement services while providing outstanding support and customer service to our internal and external stakeholders. This is a highly visible position in a fast-paced environment and will provide an exciting career opportunity for the successful candidate.

• Provide leadership and guidance of procurement processes and procedures to procurement and departmental staff
• Oversee the development and implementation of a procurement training program that will be provided to internal and external customers
• Provide direct supervision of select procurement staff
• Review formal and informal bid specifications to ensure consistency with departmental objectives
• Consult with Commission departments to engage in acquisition planning
• Review and approve solicitation documents prior to issuance of solicitations
• Prepare specifications and formal solicitations such as Request for Proposals (RFP); Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Invitation for Bids (IFB)
• Process purchase orders and contracts
• Review emergency and sole source purchases and make recommendations for approval
• Research and provide recommendations to the Corporate Procurement Director on bid protests
• Make recommendations to the Corporate Procurement Director regarding administrative policies and procedures
• Analyze procurements for cost-savings and cost reduction strategies

• Strong knowledge of governmental procurement principles and practices, competitive bidding requirements and exceptions
• Knowledge and experience with governmental purchase card programs
• Experience developing and implementing procurement training programs for internal stakeholders and the vendor community
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills including written and oral communication; editing, proofreading, grammar, analytical, problem solving, organization and decision-making skills
• Excellent supervisory skills. Ability to motivate staff and to delegate, supervise and review work of subordinate staff
• Ability to effectively organize multiple tasks and projects, analyze complex information and develop solutions
• Ability to speak in public, facilitate meetings and trainings, make presentations and negotiate contracts/agreements
• Ability to get along well with coworkers and maintain effective work relationships including and work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Knowledge of principles of total cost analysis, vendor management and supply base analysis
• Ability to interpret customer needs and solve difficult customer service issues
• Professional certifications from a recognized Purchasing Association such as CPPB (Certified Professional Public Buyer), CPPO (Certified Public Purchasing Officer), or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1).

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.