Job

Director - Procurement & Contracts (Materials, Technology & Services)

  • Company: Sound Transit
  • Location: Seattle, Washington 98104 US
  • Salary: $145,000 to $247,000
  • Date Posted: September 5, 2025
  • Closing Date: September 30, 2025

Description

Under the general direction of the Chief Procurement and Contracts Officer (CPO), serves as Director, Procurement & Contracts managing professional and administrative staff in the Materials, Technology and Services (MTS) section of the Procurement, Contracts and Agreements Division. Delivers centralized cradle-to-grave procurement and contract administration services for the Agency. Performs the full range of supervisory and management duties involved in the review, preparation, award, analysis, administration and close-out of contracts in area of assignment for the Agency in accordance with policies, procedures and in compliance with all state, federal and local regulations and laws; leads or assists Agency departments and project managers in selection of procurement methods and strategies; responds to questions and issues and provides technical expertise and assistance related to associated contracts. Assists in the preparation and analysis of reports for leadership. Ensures compliance with applicable Agency, State and Federal regulations; and directs the supervision, training and mentoring of procurement staff.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Contract Management, or closely related field and eight years of experience in complex public contracting and procurement services, preferably in transit/ transportation related field.
  • Six years of leadership, budgetary, planning and workforce management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

  • Must have or obtain within 12-months of hire a Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) or Officer (CPPO) or equivalent professional certification.

Application Process

https://www.soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us/jobs

Contact Info


Name: April Alexander
Phone: 206-398-5198
Email: april.alexander@soundtransit.org
Closing Date: September 30, 2025
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