Procurement Operations Administrator at Pittsburgh Regional Transit

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

About the Job

Pittsburg Regional Transit is seeking a Procurement Operations Administrator to manage Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)’s administrative duties that encompasses managerial work related to the administration of departmental policy and overseeing or coordinating agency operations. Employees engaged in overseeing or coordinating agency operations are responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, administering, and supervising the interpretation and application of agency policies, directives and procedures designed to accomplish the mission of the agency. The work of this class may involve supervising professional and technical support workers.

Essential Functions:

Assists with the development of protocols and manages every aspect of the procurement of goods and services and notifies senior management of possible obstacles to idea efficiency.andnbsp; Monitoring and management of Supplier Community and registrations in ebusiness systems.andnbsp; Monitors and track OEM procurements affecting agency critical operations to include but not limited to Bus andamp; Rail System aka “Rolling Stock”.andnbsp;
Assess the needs of the stakeholders and develop procurement strategies to meet those needs.
Review Rolling Stock procurements to assure compliance with DBE and FTA compliance with compliance in accordance in accordance with ABA Model of Procurement, industry standards and Best Practices.andnbsp;andnbsp;
Assist with the Management of Small Purchasing Program (P-card) and provide reporting on relative data sets relative to Small Purchase Program monthly limits, rebates, and annual category spending reports.

Job requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Business Law, Finance, Purchasing, or closely related field. Work Related Experience.
• Minimum three (3) years progressively responsible experience in public purchasing, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or equivalent preferred. Must obtain the CPPO within four (4) years of being placed in this position.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of business and public administration.
• Knowledge of standard office management methods.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, staffing patterns and administrative controls.
• Knowledge of Procurement and Contract Administration Activities.
• Knowledge of Supplier Management.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management and purchasing.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.
• Ability to present recommendations clearly and concisely.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental policies, laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to develop and install program procedures.
• Ability to speak and write effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, staff of other agencies and the general public.

Preferred Attributes:

• Professional License in related field.
• Experience in Public Sector contracting.
• Experience in contract administration software.
• Demonstrated ability in the use of PeopleSoft, Microsoft Excel, Word, and SharePoint.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume.

EOE

https://careers.portauthority.org

Salary

94,080 - 141,168 /year