Sourcing Manager- Harris County Office of the Purchasing Agent (Harris Health)
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Bellaire, TX
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
16771
Department
Purchasing Department
Opening Date
06/02/2026
Closing Date
7/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants
100
Position Description
The Harris County Office of the Purchasing Agent is seeking a Sourcing Manager to support procurement operations for Harris Health, the region's safety-net healthcare system. Harris Health is undergoing significant growth, including new facility construction and system modernization.
This role supports a fast-paced healthcare environment where procurement directly impacts clinical operations and patient care, requiring urgency, accuracy, and strong collaboration with departments and vendors.
Leads sourcing activities by conducting market research, developing procurement approaches, and partnering with departments to define requirements and deliver satisfactory procurement outcomes. Conducts negotiations informed by data analysis to achieve favorable pricing and contract terms, ensuring procurement outcomes aligned with Harris Health supply chain priorities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead sourcing initiatives by assessing market conditions and developing procurement approaches aligned with organizational needs
Partner with departments to define requirements and translate business needs into effective procurement solutions
Support and participate in negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, contract terms, and service outcomes
Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including Legal and Contract Management, to support contract execution
Ensure compliance with Purchasing policies, regulatory requirements, and procurement best practices
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
OR
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong market research and analytical skills to support sourcing activities
Ability to collaborate with departments to define needs and align procurement outcomes
Knowledge of sourcing methodologies
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data/analysis tools
Strong communication and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience in healthcare or public sector procurement
Experience with Premier GPO and cooperative procurement programs
Professional certifications (e.g., NIGP-CPP, CPSM, CPPO)
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required based on the specific needs and demands of the department.
Location:
Compensation:
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Retirement Savings Benefit
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
www.benefitsathctx.com
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position? Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.
02
Please describe your educational background including level of education completed, area of study and completed major and minor programs.
03
Which of the following best describes your verifiable relevant procurement experience? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)
04
Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained experience working in a relevant procurement related field. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience [ Example: "January 2020 - December 2025" ] If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A" in the space provided.
05
Do you have experience in healthcare or public sector procurement?
06
Do you have experience with Premier GPO and cooperative procurement programs?
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Which of the following professional certifications do you currently hold? Select all that apply:
Required Question
Employer Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone 713-274-5445
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx