THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING
- Established municipal organization with 150+ years of service to the Carolinas
- Operating budget in the hundreds of millions; 500+ employees across multiple departments
- Public sector employer with centralized HQ and satellite facilities for utilities, public safety, and infrastructure
- Growth focus on modernization, sustainability, and infrastructure investments
- Strong vendor partnerships and long-standing community reputation
- Engaged leadership – collaborative, transparent, and accountability-driven
- Professional growth – exposure to high-level contracts, compliance, and vendor management with advancement potential
- Work environment – collaborative, mission-driven, community-focused
- Perks & benefits – healthcare, dental, vision, retirement plan, 401(k)/457 options, paid leave, and city-sponsored events
- Daily onsite in Statesville, NC
- Administers solicitations (RFPs, ITBs, RFQs) and ensures transparent vendor selection
- Drafts, negotiates, and monitors contracts for compliance and fiscal accountability
- Sources vendors, materials, and services to support city projects and initiatives
- Provides guidance on procurement rules, MWBE/HUB goals, and process improvements
- Acts as liaison between departments, vendors, and stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, public administration, or related field
- 1+ year of procurement experience; government or public sector background strongly preferred
- Knowledge of NC General Statutes, federal procurement requirements, and public purchasing practices
- Skilled in bid development, proposal evaluation, and contract management
- CLGPO certification (or ability to obtain within one year) preferred
- Strong relationship-building, detail orientation, and problem-solving mindset
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