JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description INTRODUCTION: The Purchasing
Department is the division of the City of Racine that\'s responsible for
acquiring the goods and services required to operate. POSITION PURPOSE:
Under supervision of the Assistant Finance Director, performs
professional work of advanced difficulty in the technical and
administrative functions of the purchasing activities of the government,
including purchasing and contract administration. This position is
responsible for the procurement of equipment, supplies, professional
services and construction that are to be conducted in accordance with
applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and
regulations. Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This position is
responsible for procuring or coordinating the procurement of services,
professional services, equipment, goods, materials and supplies as
required by various departments in accordance with all applicable
federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures Prepare highly
technical and complex specifications, contracts and solicitation
documents, including all related research and value analysis. Prepare
and analyze competitive sealed bids, competitive sealed proposals,
requests for quotations and requests for statements of qualifications.
Identify and notify potential sources for procurement. Conduct pre-bid
and pre-proposal conferences, as requested. Coordinate and supervise
activities of evaluation committees. Recommend lowest responsive,
responsible bidder on IFB\'s, most advantageous offer on RFP\'s and most
qualified for professional services. Edit requisitions and confer with
departments regarding requirements, specifications, quantity, quality
and delivery. Recommend alternatives that would result in greater value.
Confer with consultants, contractors and suppliers in order to acquaint
them with procurement policies and procedures and to obtain information
on required products and services. Negotiate with consultants and
contractors regarding specifications, scope of work, prices, terms and
conditions. Perform contract administration, including liaison between
suppliers and departments, compliance with contract terms and
conditions, compliance with grant requirements, negotiation of contract
amendments, extensions and change orders. Analyze cost and price data
from vendors. Perform contract audits when required. Review and execute
contracts, purchase orders, change orders and other documents within
delegated authority. Maintain the integrity of the public procurement
process. Analyze current procurement activities and recommend
improvements through more efficient procurement methods, e-procurement,
privatization, quantity discounts, standardization, value analysis or
cooperative purchasing. Provide guidance and assistance to other
employees, as required. Research market sources and suppliers to locate
and ensure... For full info follow application link. The City of Racine
is an EOE/AA/ADA Employer ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
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