[Hiring] Information Technology Vendor and Contract Manager @Montgomery County

Role Description

The Information Technology Vendor and Contract Manager (Manager-III), Grade M3 leads and manages procurement efforts for the Department of Technology & Enterprise Business Solutions (TEBS) and is the procurement subject matter expert for acquiring complex information technology-related resources, services, supplies, and equipment for the department. This position provides leadership and direction by managing a comprehensive and coordinated procurement program.

• Responsible for planning and directing procurement activities to support TEBS and countywide users.
• Works with executive leadership to add value and efficiency to Enterprise-wide IT contracts.
• Develops policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, financial accountability, and effective resource utilization for assigned programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible professional experience managing contracts.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Requirements

• A criminal background (and credit history) check will be conducted on the selected candidate prior to appointment.
• This position functions as a working manager with significant supervisory responsibility for the Vendor and Contracts Management Program.
• Approximately 55-60% of the incumbent's time is dedicated to staff supervision.
• Individuals appointed to this class will be required to serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months.
• Individuals promoted to this class will be required to serve a probationary period of six (6) months.
• This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.
• This position is designated as one that requires filing a Financial Disclosure Statement.

Benefits

• Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or equivalency.
• Experience managing IT contracts.
• Experience with government procurement/acquisition policies and procedures.
• Experience with contract negotiation.