Contract Manager - Central Procurement

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Job Title: Contract Manager - Central Procurement

Company Name:	Allegheny County Careers
Location:	Pittsburgh, PA
Position Type:	Full Time
Post Date:	03/03/2026
Expire Date:	04/02/2026
Job Categories:	Finance/Economics, Government and Policy, Legal, Real Estate, Purchasing, Logistics

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Contract Manager - Central Procurement
<div class="input-group"> Position Title: Contract Manager - Central Procurement <div id="MainContent_noresults"> Salary: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year commensurate with experience How to Apply: Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application. <div id="box" style="border: solid; padding: 15px; border-color: gold; background-color: lightgray;"> Minimum Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field AND three (3) years of experience in public procurement, contract management, or financial administrative operations. </li><li>An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is acceptable. </li><li>Candidates with previous work experience in a county or municipal Department of Management and Budget (DMB) office, central procurement office, or public-sector finance department is a plus.</li></ul>It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status. </div> Position Summary: Reporting to the Director of Management and Budget, the Contract Manager serves as a key member of the County Department of Management and Budget (DMB) Central Procurement team, managing the full lifecycle of county contracts to ensure fair, transparent, and cost-effective purchasing. This role partners closely with county departments, vendors, and fiscal staff to ensure solicitations, awards, and contract operations comply with county procurement ordinances, financial policies, and applicable state regulations. The Contract Manager supports strategic sourcing, contract monitoring, and process improvements that strengthen countywide procurement efficiency and accountability. Overview: Duties: Contract Award & Administration:<ul><li>Prepares award recommendations and contract packages.</li><li>Oversees contract execution, amendments, renewals, and closeouts.</li><li>Collaborates with departments to ensure vendors meet contract deliverables, insurance requirements, performance standards, and reporting obligations.</li><li>Monitors contract timelines, expiration dates, funding levels, and compliance issues in the county’s ERP or contract management system.</li><li>Supports contract kickoffs and ongoing vendor performance reviews.</li><li>Notifies departments when contracts are expiring</li></ul> Financial & Compliance Oversight:<ul><li>Coordinates with DMB budget and finance staff to ensure proper contract setup and alignment with budget authority.</li><li>Ensures contracts comply with county procurement rules, administrative code and home rule charter requirements.</li><li>Identifies opportunities to consolidate contracts to drive cost savings and efficiencies.</li><li>Assists with internal and external audits, providing requested documentation and supporting corrective action plans.</li><li>Tracks and reports procurement and contract performance metrics to DMB leadership.</li></ul>Vendor and Stakeholder Relations:<ul><li>Serves as a liaison between DMB, county departments, and vendors throughout the contract lifecycle.</li><li>Addresses vendor disputes, performance issues, and non-compliance in collaboration with legal and department stakeholders.</li><li>Promotes vendor outreach, fair competition, and inclusion in county supplier opportunities.</li></ul>Processes Improvement & Policy Support:<ul><li>Recommends improvements to procurement processes, templates, workflows, and internal controls.</li><li>Assists in the development and training of county staff in procurement procedures, contracting best practices, and compliance standards.</li><li>Supports initiatives to streamline countywide purchasing and enhance transparency.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: <ul><li>County-level procurement and regulations.</li><li>Government contracting practices and procedures.</li><li>Competitive solicitation standards.</li><li>Grant-funded procurement requirements.</li></ul> Skill in: <ul><li>Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>ERP or contract management systems. </li></ul> Ability to: <ul><li>Demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.</li><li>Draft Word documents (i.e., letters, memos, etc.). </li><li>Demonstrate contract negotiation and vendor performance management. </li></ul> Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year. Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates. <div id="Needtocenterandbold" class=" text-md-center font-weight-bold"> AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D </div> <div id="Needtocenterandbold2" class=" text-md-center font-weight-bold"> <a href="https://apps.alleghenycounty.us/HRJobApplication/firstpage.aspx?id=2990" id="MainContent_Applyonline">Apply Online</a> </div> </div> </div>

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