Purchasing and Contracts Section Manager

Salary $97,284.20 - $126,469.46 Annually Location City of Las Vegas, NV Job Type Full-Time Job Number 26OCT80202O Department Finance Department Division FB - Purchasing and Contracts Opening Date 10/27/2026 Closing Date 11/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit APPT About the Position Career Opportunity The city of Las Vegas invites applications for Purchasing and Contracts Section Manager for the Finance Department. This position performs advanced purchasing and contracts work and manages and coordinates the duties and responsibilities of the designated work unit within the Purchasing and Contracts Division performed by Contracts Specialists, Senior Buyers, and Buyers. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented leader skilled in supervising teams, reviewing work for compliance, and managing complex purchasing and contract processes. They excel at reviewing bid specifications, overseeing competitive solicitations, and negotiating contracts that deliver quality, value, and timely project completion. Strong expertise in Nevada Revised Statutes 338- Public Works or other demonstrated public agency construction process knowledge is preferred. Annual Salary $97,284–$126,469 (Minimum–Midpoint) Supervision Received and Exercised Receives direction from the Purchasing & Contracts Manager or higher-level management. Exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff, including selecting new employees, monitoring and formally evaluating employee performance, and participating in the discipline and termination of employees. Selection Process The selection process will include a review of all applications to identify the most qualified candidates, who will be invited to participate in a hiring interview. Any individual offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and all required background checks for the position. Example of Duties Essential Functions : Manage staff within the Purchasing and Contracts section to include, hiring, discipline, training and cross-training, overseeing work and establishing and evaluating appropriate performance standards in accordance with departmental objectives. Performs quality assurance to include review of solicitations, contracts, modifications, extensions, renewals, Competitive Bidding Exceptions (CBE), Purchase Orders, and City Council agenda items for accuracy, compliance with Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), City Resolutions, Ordinances, Purchasing Policies and Procedures and Federal requirements for construction and goods and services projects. Ensures team is well trained in procurement processes and best practices to include knowledge of Nevada Revised Statue (NRS). Provides essential support to City departments in project planning, solicitation development, education and interpretation of purchasing policies and applicable Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) and/or Federal regulations. Resolve complex issues related to NRS interpretation, procurement processes and procedures and contracts which require in-depth knowledge of these areas, as well as City and Federal policies governing construction, goods and services projects. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency within the procurement process. Provides support to the Purchasing & Contracts Manager by assisting with day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient management of processes. Utilize Oracle procurement software and systems reports to identify, evaluate, research and analyze complex issues to develop logical solutions, efficient procedures relevant to the assigned area by streamlining operations and improving data accuracy. Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures. Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management, highlighting performance metrics and opportunities for improvement. Manages the division’s Inclusion and Belonging efforts by continually working with the team and City dep…

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