Associate Commissioner, Procurement & Vendor Management

Job title: Associate Commissioner, Procurement & Vendor Management

Company: City of New York

Job description:

Job Opening: Associate Commissioner of Procurement and Vendor Management

Are you passionate about harnessing the power of technology to create change and improve lives in one of the world’s most vibrant cities? Join us at the Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI), where we use technology to enhance opportunities, boost public safety, and streamline government operations across New York City. With initiatives ranging from affordable broadband access to robust cybersecurity protections and innovative digital services, OTI is making a real difference for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Want to see what we’re all about? Check out our welcome video, follow us on social media at @NYCOfficeofTech, and explore more at oti.nyc.gov.

At OTI, we value our employees and offer excellent benefits along with the opportunity to work on projects that genuinely impact millions of lives. Here, you’ll collaborate with talented and enthusiastic colleagues who share your commitment to leveraging technology for meaningful change.

The Role
We’re looking for an Associate Commissioner of Procurement and Vendor Management to join our team. In this role, you’ll report to the Deputy Commissioner for Management & Budget and will have the flexibility to use your independent judgment and initiative. Your primary responsibility will be to oversee procurement and vendor management in a dynamic government IT landscape.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Agency Chief Contracting Officers to develop IT procurement strategies, processes, and procedures in alignment with New York City regulations, ensuring that we maintain ethical, legal, and commercially viable practices.
• Lead a dedicated team of procurement professionals, guiding them in contract execution, vendor bid evaluations, and tracking procurement activities.
• Innovate ways to enhance the cost-effectiveness of acquiring goods and services, improve user satisfaction, and respond swiftly to user requests.
• Manage the full cycle of purchases, agreements, and contracts—from initiation to completion—while serving as the crucial link between agency clients and vendors.
• Oversee citywide procurement initiatives, ensuring compliance and efficiency across all contracts, from competitive sealed bids to quality control and M/WBE compliance.
• Work closely with oversight agencies like the Law Department and City Hall to streamline processes and maintain accountability.
• Engage with your team to shape procurement policy, and work with budget staff to develop effective capital planning strategies.
• Direct regular audits of contracts to enhance effectiveness and compliance.
• Offer expert advice on procurement matters, keeping the team and executives informed about local laws and updates.
• Champion initiatives to boost contracting opportunities for Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs).
• Foster strong relationships with vendors, ensuring that deliverables are met and continuously seeking the best value in services.
• Tackle special projects and initiatives as assigned.

Work Hours
This position generally follows a daytime schedule. However, due to the critical nature of our work, you may occasionally need to be on-call and may work evenings, weekends, or different shifts as needed.

How to Apply
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to visit www.cityjobs/jobs/search and look for Job ID# 709421. Please note that only permanent employees in the title and those who are reachable on the current civil service list are eligible to apply.

• If you’re interested and hold other civil service titles that meet the preferred qualifications, feel free to submit your resume for consideration.
• Please remember that submitting a resume does not guarantee an interview, and any appointments are subject to oversight approval.

The City of New York proudly participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you should have:

1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience in purchasing, procurement, or contract administration (including at least 18 months in a managerial capacity). Or,
2. A combination of education and experience equivalent to the above criteria – with the same managerial experience required.

If you have a professional procurement certification, it may substitute for up to a year of the required experience, but the managerial experience still must be met.

Additional Information
The City of New York is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and aim to provide a work environment free from discrimination or harassment based on any protected status, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, religion, or disability.

We can’t wait to see how you can help us drive technology forward for the City of New York!

Expected salary:

Location: New York City, NY

Job date: Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:52:20 GMT

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