Chief Procurement Officer - Kansas City Missouri
Chief Procurement Officer - Kansas City Missouri
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$ 103800 - 163440
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Job Description
Job Description
The first review of resumes will occur on Monday April 14 2025.
Kansas City Missouri is a dynamic and thriving city of over 500000 residents anchoring a metropolitan area of 2.5 million people across 18 counties. Kansas City blends urban energy with suburban charm and rural beauty offering diverse and vibrant neighborhoods.
The City is seeking a Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) to serve as its principal procurement executive overseeing the acquisition of goods services professional contracts and construction in compliance with federal state and local laws. The CPO leads a team of 24 procurement professionals fosters supplier engagement manages bid evaluations and streamlines processes to enhance efficiency and accountability. Additionally the CPO plays a critical role in contract administration budget oversight staff training and maintaining the integrity of the Citys procurement operations. This position reports to the Director of the General Services Department.Click here to view the recruitment brochure.
Compensation and Benefits
The starting annual salary range for this position will be $103800 $163440 and commensurate with the selected candidates qualifications experience and professional achievement. The City of Kansas City Missouri offers a comprehensive benefits package to include health insurance 10 employee paid for employeeonly coverage 20 employee paid for family coverage) enrollment on day one in the Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a 5 employee contribution 11 paid holidays vacation time accrual starting the first day of hire and up to eight hours of paid leave annually to volunteer in area schools and designated charities. Click here to view the full list of benefits offered by the City. Residency within Kansas City Missouri is required within nine months of hire date. Reimbursement of relocation expenses is negotiable.
Desired Qualifications
This position requires an accredited bachelors degree and seven 7 years of experience as a Procurement Manager; or a masters degree in supply chain management business or public administration with five 5 years of experience at the same level. Candidates must hold the Institute for Supply Management (CPSM) or National Institute Government Procurement (CPPO or CPPB) certifications.
Special Instructions
This position is open until filled; however interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than Monday April 14 2025. This announcement will remain posted and we will continue to accept applications until the city extends an offer to one finalist. For more information please email or call.
The City of Kansas City Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to a diverse workforce.
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
