Contract Manager II

Primary Purpose Responsible for developing and managing cooperative contracts awarded for the Choice Partners CP program.

Qualifications Education:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university in business, public administration, engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Professional Certification:

• Preferred or working toward such as: • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) • Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) • Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPO)

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to effectively utilize computers and software, including Microsoft Office Suite and other software required by the division.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, meet established deadlines, and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and written, using proper English grammar.
• Ability to speak in public, preferred.

Experience

• Five years of public or private sector purchasing experience.
• Experience with cooperative contracting, preferred.
• Background in one of several areas of expertise, such as: • Construction • Engineering • Materials • Furnishings • Finishes • HVAC • Building envelopes • Preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties Manage cooperative contracts.

• Act as a point of contact for CP with vendors and members - as necessary.
• Make or assist with public presentations at CP trainings, seminars, tradeshows, and conferences.
• Conduct detailed interviews of potential vendors and industry leaders, as well as end users, members, to ascertain state-of-the-art product standards and best methods.
• Make or assist with post-award orientation meetings for CP awarded vendors to establish lines of communication.
• Work with vendors to develop marketing plans.
• Act as a liaison between members and vendors to resolve issues as necessary.

Additional Responsibilities

• Learn and become proficient in the software used in the division.
• Update the divisions software and database with program member and vendor information.
• Develop specifications for new contracts and scope of work used in solicitation documents.
• Assist with public bid openings.
• Coordinate with CP Client Services Manager to monitor vendor performance.
• Work with CP Contracts Coordinator on timely renewal of annual contracts.
• Coordinate with other contract staff to resolve complex contracting issues.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain excellent public relations with all parties.
• Be familiar with and assist with duties assigned to other CP staff as necessary or assigned.
• Maintain a positive attitude and a neat and professional appearance that exemplifies confidence and professionalism.
• Perform other duties as assigned.