NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Purchasing Agent #2026-020
Pompano Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$73K/yr - $113K/yrThe City of Pompano Beach is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement and contract lifecycles in compliance with city policies. The role involves developing solicitations, leading vendor evaluations, and overseeing construction contract bidding.
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Responsibilities
Manage the full procurement and contract lifecycle for all purchases in compliance with City of Pompano Beach policies and ordinances
Procure materials, supplies, capital equipment, construction, and professional services using cost-containment and quality-focused practices, including CCNA/RLI processes
Develop solicitations, specifications, ITBs, RFPs, and RLIs; assist departments with requirements development and purchasing thresholds
Lead vendor selection and evaluation activities, including committee meetings, bid tabulations, rankings, supplier interviews, and award recommendations
Oversee construction contract bidding in coordination with Engineering and user departments, including bid documents, addenda, pre-bid conferences, bid openings, and post-award coordination
Approve contracts within delegated authority and maintain procurement and contract records to optimize sourcing, pricing, performance, and compliance
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Business, Public Administration, or a related field
Experience in purchasing, preferably in the public sector
Procurement of a broad range of commodities, construction contract bidding and procurement of professional services is preferred
Possession of a valid Florida driver's license
Strong knowledge of public purchasing administration, procurement principles, contract development and administration, cost/benefit analysis, and large-scale purchasing operations
Working knowledge of contract and commercial laws, regulations, standards, special procurement methods, and related recordkeeping practices
Experience with automated procurement, purchasing control, and information systems
Skilled in planning, coordinating, negotiating, facilitating, delivering training/workshops, and engaging in complex discussions with legal counsel, vendors, and contract specialists
Demonstrated ethical judgment, reliability, punctuality, and ability to build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders in alignment with public-sector ethics policies
Ability to operate office-related equipment
Physical abilities include frequent moving up to 10 lbs. and occasionally up to 20 lbs., walking, standing, pushing, reaching, and grasping
Preferred
Experience using Sungard HTE Purchasing/Inventory software preferred
Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) certification is preferred
Benefits
100% City-paid health insurance for full-time employees.
50% City contribution toward dependent premiums.
9 days per year, increasing with tenure.
12 days annually.
14 paid holidays.
2 personal days after six months.
Mandatory participation with a 10% employee contribution, matched by the City.
Pension based on the last three years' salary, multiplied by 3% per year of service.
Contributions refundable with interest if leaving before seven years.
Special pension plan with an 11.6% contribution employee contribution, matched by the City.
Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) when applicable.
Tuition Reimbursement for career growth.
Tax-Deferred Savings Plan for retirement planning.
Credit Union Services for financial management.
Direct Deposit for easy payroll access.
Four-day work week (depending on position)
Voluntary Employee's Beneficiary Association (VEBA) - Paid by the City
Sick Leave Bank for extended illness support.
Parental Leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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