Job

Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Company: City of Fort Myers
  • Location: City of Fort Myers, Florida 33901 United States
  • Salary: $55,000 to $60,000
  • Date Posted: June 24, 2025
  • NIGP-CPP Certification: Preferred

Description

Under the general direction of the Purchasing and Contracts Administration Manager, position is responsible for high level, complex purchasing work involving the preparation of bids, plans, specifications, contract negotiations and contract assembly. Also responsible for solicitation of service contracts and other commodity/equipment as required per City policies and procedures, and Florida State Statutes. Work is performed with a great deal of latitude and provides for a high level of independent judgment and decision making. Position requires the incumbent to maintain high standards of accuracy and ethical values in exercising duties and responsibilities.

  • Develops, reviews and edits bids, responsible for, but not limited to advertisement of ITB, RFP, RSQ and RFQ solicitations.
  • Conducts pre-bid conferences; fields questions; prepares addendums.
  • Conducts bid openings; prepares and provides detailed analysis of complex bid tabulations; and handle bid disputes.
  • Conducts contract negotiations; assemble contract documents and preparation of green sheets for Mayor and City council approval. P
  • rovides assistance to other division personnel as needed.
  • Researches new ideas and methods in the Contract Management process; keep boilerplate information up to date and writing new terms, conditions and supplemental conditions to ensure an effective document.
  • Must satisfy legal requirements aligned with city objectives.
  • Analyze potential benefits and drawbacks of project scopes and the effect they may have on other areas of the City.

This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee’s physical presence at the workplace.

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or related field.
  • Five years of experience in public sector procurement or directly related work; or experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Possession of a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), NIGP-CPP, or CPPO at the time of hire, or be able to obtain within twenty-four (24) months from date of hire.
  • Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
  • Preferably experience in the public sector procurement

Application Process

Website http://www.fortmyers.gov/jobs

Contact Info


Name: Denise Finn
Phone: 239-321-7240
Email: dfinn@fortmyers.gov
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