Deputy Procurement Commissioner

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Procurement Department assists in getting the City all the materials and services it needs to serve its residents. We inspect supplies and property purchased under City contracts and certify local businesses. Our office also manages public advertising for things like election and health notices, open bids for contractors, and other City needs.

Business owners can bid on opportunities to provide:

• Supplies and equipment for City departments.
• Maintenance or repair services.
• Construction or improvement of a public property, street, bridge, highway, or sewer.
• Concession opportunities on City property.
• Environmentally responsible disposal of waste or City property.

Job Description

Position Summary

Consistent with the strategic priorities of the City of Philadelphia, the Deputy Procurement Commissioner is an executive management position that helps to lead the planning, organization, development and coordination of all procurement activities under the purview of the Procurement Department. This function includes managing a sector of the Procurement Spend in an environment of change as the City consolidates its procurement functions. This position will supervise a team that is responsible for the procurement of related goods, services, and equipment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and policies and procedures.

The Deputy Procurement Commissioner works with the Procurement Commissioner and members of the executive leadership team to define, implement, and communicate the strategic direction and initiatives of the Procurement Department.  Responsibilities include leading and providing guidance to teams and individuals while offering sound contractual advice to all stakeholders.  Supervision of procurement professionals and administrative staff engaged in purchasing activities, processes and life cycle management is required.

Essential Functions

• Manage a growing team that is responsible for the timely procurement of all goods, supplies and services needed for the assigned categories, in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and procurement policies and procedures by reviewing and monitoring procurements conducted by any department, agency or official.
• Help to build a more agile procurement culture through customized training and development.
• Maintain the integrity of the public procurement process.
• Manage, monitor and report on key procurement measures related to vendor performance and procurement processing times.
• Identify and communicate opportunities and areas for process improvement and value creation throughout the procurement process
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and department lead for procurement system implementation projects and initiatives while facilitating communication with project stakeholders to ensure alignment with department goals and expectations.
• Develop and facilitate purchasing training for internal and external stakeholders.
• Achieve operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews, preparing and completing action plans.
• Ability to resolve strategic procurement problems by identifying trends, determining system improvements, communicating and implementing change.
• Work with the Procurement Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners to recommend policies to the legislative body regarding the procurement of IT goods, supplies and services.
• Ensure purc