Assists with, or prepares contracts; reviews specifications for all departments ensuring all required terms and conditions, contractual provisions, and clauses required are included
Supervises and participates in the preparation of proposals, issues, purchase orders and recommends the awarding of contracts to vendors
Advises and assist other City employees in purchasing procedures, procurement practices and legal requirements
Oversees the day to day management of the Purchasing Card (P-Card) program to include tracking and maintenance of cardholders during all phases of the P-Card life cycle from card application
Makes recommendations, and assist with developing procurement policies and administrative procedures; responsible for keeping abreast of changes in procurement trends
Maintains Purchasing Division performance data, procurement documentation, and other pertinent information
Conducts pre-bid conferences, and public bid or proposal openings
Assumes operation of the Purchasing Division in absence of the Purchasing Manager
Assists with preparation and monitoring of departmental budget
Performs other duties as assigned