DEPUTY CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER, PROCUREMENT SERVICES (BUREAU OF FINANCE) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT

About the role

The Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, Procurement Services oversees daily procurement operations across all sourcing and operational units within the department. This role provides guidance to senior and department leadership on procurement policies, procedures, and activities to ensure alignment with the Cook County Procurement Code and internal standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic oversight of department-wide procurement operations, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Develops, interprets, and provides recommendations on procurement policies, procedures, strategic priorities, and operational initiatives to ensure consistent application of the Procurement Code.
• Reviews procurement actions, recommendations and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness for Chief Procurement Officer or Board consideration.
• Serves as senior liaison to user departments, legal counsel, and executive leadership and other internal and external stakeholders regarding procurement strategies and performance.
• Prepares and reviews reports and materials for internal and external use.
• Directs staff selection, training, and performance evaluation, and recommends or administers disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Oversees budget preparation, payroll approval, requisitions, and major purchases to support departmental operations.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and Four (4) years of experience in program management in contract administration, compliance, procurement, or directly related experience, or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Seven (7) or more years in contract administration, business, law, or procurement. Five (5) years of previous management or supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of procurement methods and procedures, with the ability to strategically coordinate and direct the sourcing of goods, services, and construction.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and direct guidelines, regulations, and enforcement procedures in strict accordance with the Procurement Code.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership, communicate a clear vision, and foster team commitment to achieve the unit’s short- and long-term operational goals.
• Ability to implement plans and objectives, oversee the efficiency of specific operations, and evaluate areas for potential process improvements.
• Ability to prepare departmental budgets, allocate funds efficiently, and maintain departmental operations under strict budgetary constraints.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to exercise complex problem solving, tact, and diplomacy in diverse and sometimes emotional situations.
• Proficient in the use of computers, software programs, and relevant technology applications.

Benefits

Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Benefits include:

• Top Tier Medical Benefits
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off
• Pension Plan
• Financial Support Programs and Resources
• Health/Wellness Perks

Pay

$153,000 - $187,000 / YEARLY

Schedule

N/A