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Document
Establishing an Effective Supplier Diversity Program
Year Created: 2022
DOCUMENT
FORM - Procurement Supervisor Job Description 2001
- YEAR CREATED: 2001
- ENTITY TYPE: City/Township
- TYPE OF DOCUMENT: FORM - Form
- Management
- Policies and Procedures
The document is a job description for the position of Procurement Supervisor in the City of Los Angeles. The Procurement Supervisor is responsible for assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of subordinates related to purchasing equipment, services, supplies, and materials. They also personally perform complex purchasing work and apply supervisory principles and techniques to build and maintain an effective workforce. The Procurement Supervisor fulfills affirmative action responsibilities and performs related work.
The document provides distinguishing features of the position, stating that Procurement Supervisors supervise employees engaged in establishing contracts, supply agreements, and purchase orders. They also personally perform more difficult work. Procurement Supervisors are responsible for the full range of supervisory activities, including discipline, grievance resolution, and performance evaluation. They are distinguished from lead workers in this regard.
The document lists several examples of duties performed by a Procurement Supervisor, including coordinating contracts, conducting market research, analyzing bids, negotiating with suppliers, administering contracts, and resolving problems. They also perform complex professional commodities work, analyze contract consolidation opportunities, and prepare reports. The Procurement Supervisor oversees and participates in Contracting Team activities, may serve as a liaison to other purchasing organizations, and supervises administrative and clerical support personnel.
The qualifications for the position include knowledge of commodity markets, purchasing laws and regulations, data processing methods, supervisory principles, and equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. The Procurement Supervisor must have the ability to communicate effectively, negotiate contracts, conduct procurement activities through electronic commerce, and coordinate and organize work. The document also mentions that reasonable accommodation will be evaluated for persons with disabilities.
The minimum requirements for the position include two years of experience in commodity purchasing, preparing specifications, analyzing bids, and making recommendations for contract awards. A valid certification from a recognized purchasing management association can substitute for one year of experience. A valid California driver's license may be required.
The document concludes by stating that the job description is descriptive and explanatory, not restrictive, and does not declare all the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of the position.