What are the responsibilities and job description for the CONTRACT NEGOTIATOR (CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICE) - SEIU 73 position at Cook County Offices Under the President?
Under the direction of the Deputy Procurement Officer, performs specialized and standard procurement activities. Leads the evaluation of proposals and prepares County competitive solicitations, invitation for bids and other procurements, as well as performs contract negotiations for professional services and strategic sourcing meetings. Participates in special projects/initiatives under the supervision of a senior staff/manager. Conducts market research, best practices investigations, and industry trends analyses for specific procurement and contracting efforts. Solicits/reviews vendor performance information, using department compliance with specific strategic contracts, and spend patterns to make recommendations for the development of future procurement strategy. Develops and reviews specifications and statement of work/scope of services for competitive solicitations. Assists with the development of presentations and workshops regarding procurement solicitations, specifications and contracting topics. Performs reviews and develops and updates solicitation and contract related information in various systems/applications including Oracle EBS. Performs other duties as assigned.
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree and
- Four (4) years in procurement/purchasing is required.
-OR-
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree and
- Two (2) years in procurement/purchasing is required.
- One (1) year in public procurement and negotiations.
- Experience utilizing an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system such as Oracle and/or e-procurement systems such as Bonfire or Adobe Acrobat.
- Certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or NIGP-Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP).
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.
- Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
- Strong knowledge of contract development, negotiation principles and practices as well as the legal aspects of
- procurement contracts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other County standard software products.
- Knowledge of federal, state and county procurement laws/regulations and procedures.
- General knowledge of strategic sourcing and coordination of multi-agency procurements.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong customer service, organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to compile and review vendor performance information.
- Skill in reviewing department compliance and spend patterns and make recommendations for the development of future procurement strategy.
- Ability to prepare competitive solicitations and contracts and monitor market trends.
- Ability to plan and coordinate pre-proposal/bid meetings and related procurement activities and assist in market research and best practices investigations.
- Ability to assist with the development of presentations and workshops regarding procurement/contracting topics.
Physical Requirements
Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
- MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
- IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
- ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov
The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
- This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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