PORT PROCUREMENT OFFICER

About the role

The Port of Long Beach is seeking a Port Procurement Officer to support the Central Procurement Services Division. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Procurement, this position is responsible for advancing engagement, education, and process improvement practices in procurement and contracting.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and management of outreach and engagement functions within the Central Procurement Services (CPS) Division;
• Assists in the overall supervision of engagement staff to ensure effective interdivisional cooperation;
• Oversees the planning, implementation, training and management of outreach, capacity building, and process improvement activities related to procurement and contracting;
• Develops and coordinates an organization-wide approach to outreach and engagement, including Port participation in industry networking events, meetings, conferences and other events related to procurement and contracting;
• Prepares and presents regular reports and metrics to senior leadership on the progress of engagement efforts in procurement and contracting;
• Champions efforts to consider varying perspectives in the decision-making process related to procurement and contracting, to foster a more inclusive and fair procurement process;
• Promotes partnerships that meet the needs of the Port;
• Identifies areas for process improvement and makes recommendations to the Assistant Director of Procurement;
• Prepares effective, high-quality documents and ensures that required reports, correspondence and Board materials are submitted on time;
• Prepares presentations to the Board of Harbor Commissioners;
• Train and mentor staff; provide leadership with respect to career development;
• Performs special projects and other duties as directed.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Public Policy, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Communications or a closely related field;
• Minimum of three years of professional experience in the field of procurement, policy, analysis or contract administration offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position;
• Minimum of two years serving in a supervisory or lead capacity is required;
• Knowledge of the procurement principles, practices, processes and contract administration is essential;
• Knowledge of theories, principles ,and practices related to the planning, organizing, and application of local, state or federal programs in contracting;
• Knowledge of best practices for effective outreach, marketing and community/business engagement;
• A successful record of influence, business community building, networking, and deploying effective programs for diversity and compliance;
• Ability to effectively use MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and other related applications;
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and concise records and reports for presentations;
• Ability to adapt to and use new software and web based programs, as applicable;
• Ability to create charts, graphs and documents for presentations is required;
• Flexibility, ability to handle frequent interruptions, and to prioritize tasks to complete multiple, time sensitive projects/tasks with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
• Experience with local, state or federal regulatory agencies, community organizations, business leaders, elected officials and constituents is highly desirable;
• Prior Port or City experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Public Policy, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Communications or a closely related field is preferred;
• Knowledge of contracting in a public agency is preferred;
• Knowledge of state, federal, local government regulations and/or contracting is preferred.

Benefits

The Port of Long Beach offers an attractive package of executive-level benefits, including:

• Auto Allowance– $450.00 per month;
• Executive Leave– 40 hours per year;
• Retailer– CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with social security. Current member contribution is 8.00% for CalPERS, and 6.2% for social security, paid by the employee;
• Pay for Performance– Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals, demonstration of required competencies, and available budget funds;
• Deferred Compensation–The City contributes up to 5% of the base salary for all qualified members contributing to the 457(b) plan;
• Group Health Insurance– Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage;
• Life Insurance– City-paid life insurance policy of $20,000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500,000;
• Disability Insurance– City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance;
• Vacation–Vacation is accrued at 3.7 hours per pay period to begin, which is equivalent to two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service. Sick Leave– Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement to cash credit toward health and /or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits;
• Paid Parental Leave– After six (6) months of City employment, the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with the child upon birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of 17;
• Holidays– 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays;
• Education Reimbursement – Tuition reimbursement allows employees to obtain additional education or training;
• 529 college savings plan– The ScholarShare529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids, kids, or even yourself to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university – or two-year technical or vocational institution.

Pay

The Port of Long Beach has established an annual salary range of $131,158.15 - $183,620.57 (Appointment to this position is expected to be at or below the midpoint of the salary range; however, the final amount will be carefully determined based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, qualifications, and an evaluation of internal equity within the organization).

Schedule

The Port of Long Beach operates on a standard 40-hour workweek.