The Procurement Supervisor performs managerial and technical work supporting the City’s procurement and contracting operations under the direction of the Assistant Chief Procurement Officer and/or Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). Exercises independent judgment in supervising daily operations, managing complex solicitations, overseeing pre- and post-award activities and ensuring strict compliance with City Code, policies, and state/federal laws while upholding core principles of ethics, transparency and accountability.
The Procurement Supervisor fosters responsive customer service, collaborates closely with City departments and vendors, and leverages e-Procurement and ERP systems (such as OpenGov and Workday preferred) to streamline workflows. Performance is evaluated through periodic conferences, reviews, and reports.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related business field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the procurement and contracting of goods, services, construction, and/or professional services. This experience must include at least two (2) years of procurement supervisory experience and two (2) years of governmental procurement experience.
Must possess at least one (1) of the following professional procurement certification:
- NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP)
- Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB)
- Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related business field
- Four years of progressively responsible experience in procurement and contracting of goods, services, construction, and/or professional services
- Two years of procurement supervisory experience
- Two years of governmental procurement experience
- At least one professional procurement certification: NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, CPM, or CPSM
What We Do
The City of Orlando is the municipal government entity dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents by delivering public services in a knowledgeable, responsive, and financially responsible manner. The city provides critical administrative and operational support, including facilitating business development, providing assistance to local business owners, and managing city planning and infrastructure to ensure a thriving, diverse, and sustainable urban environment.
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