Procurement manager

We are looking for our next Procurement Manager to join our team at Tualatin Valley Water District!

The Position:

In this new working manager role, reporting to the CFO, you will lead the operations of the procurement team while implementing policy and process improvements to help the District scale its procurement functions. In addition to leading the team, you will execute procurements including requests for proposals, invitations to bid, requests for qualifications, and other types of solicitations. For more information about this position, please refer to our job description by clicking here.

Priorities and Projects:

• Lead the day-to-day execution of District procurements including performing more complex solicitations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to assist staff in effectively executing procurements and contracts and managing the contract lifecycle.
• Assess the District’s current procurement processes and make recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Selection and implementation of procurement management software.

Our Finance Team Culture:

The Finance Team is a robust, dynamic team who work collaboratively with each other to ensure financial processes and requirements are met in the day-to-day operations of the District. We communicate daily with each other and appreciate giving and receiving advice on best practices. We value initiative and learning, and we hold ourselves accountable for our performance.

Are You Our Ideal Candidate?

We’re looking for someone with the following experience, skills, and traits to join our team:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and seven or more years of experience in a public procurement role
• Outcomes- and solutions-focused
• Experience in managing employees and supporting a team through transitions
• An organized team leader who accomplishes tasks and completes projects
• Service-oriented
• Perseverant

It is widely stated, and supported by studies, that candidates are less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. Our recruitment goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of this role; we encourage people with non-traditional skill sets and experience to apply, even if you don’t have experience with every job function listed on the job description.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $112,985.60-$169,478.40 per year depending on experience. TVWD is proud to offer a valuable benefits package including:

• Participation in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Low-cost medical/dental/vision insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and holiday leave
• Twelve weeks of fully paid family/medical/safe leave
• Work schedules that allow for every other Friday off
• Other flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid options
• 3% 401(k) match and additional voluntary deferred compensation programs
• Free Tri-Met pass
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Please reach out to HR@tvwd.org with questions regarding our benefits package.

Recruitment Process:

Please upload your cover letter and resume. The recruitment will close November 30th. We anticipate the following dates for interviews, which are subject to change:

• Phone interview: December 4th
• In-person panel interview: December 9th
• Executive interview: December 11th

Our goal is to have the selected candidate begin their duties in January 2027.

Additional Information:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., assistance listening device, etc.) to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact the Human Resources Division. We are proud to hire veterans. If you qualify for veterans’ preference, please attach a copy of your DD-214 (certificate of release or discharge from active duty). If you need to request a copy of your DD-214, click here. TVWD prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at TVWD are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.