Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00127

Department: Fire Department

Job classification: Procurement Manager

Posting type: Open

Categories: Accounting and Finance

Summary

This is a provisional appointment.

Under administrative direction, this role will oversee the procurement function for all Fire Department units and appropriate outside entities as necessary.

Examples of duties

• Responsible for being the primary contact in City Purchasing for the Fire Department, including supplying specifications, assistance in the bidding/RFP process as requested and assistance in contract execution.
• Develops supplier management strategies and transitions in key product and service areas and works with City Purchasing to ensure their execution as appropriate.
• Implements and manages all supplier contracts with one- to three-year terms.
• Adheres to all procurement laws including 30B and Chapter 149.
• Works closely with the Law department for clarification and interpretation of contract law.
• Responsible for working with staff to develop specifications for supplies, equipment, and service contracts.
• Responsible for the development and monitoring of supplier performance measures.
• Develops and implements procedures to promote efficiency and improved performance, including cost control programs.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and/or accounting is required.
• Procurement experience is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred and may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
• Demonstrated and proven organizational skills for compliance and reporting purposes.
• A broad knowledge of procurement, supplier management, and vendor relationship management.
• Past experience with procurement laws, e.g., 30B and Chapter 149 preferred.
• Ability to define or recommend procurement and supplier management strategies and recommend solutions.
• Demonstrated financial analysis skills in a business setting using PC-based software packages (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Word, Access, etc.) or other appropriate technology.
• Prior experience with an integrated financial management system (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc.) preferred.
• Proven communication skills, both oral and written, including e-mail.
• Proven ability to assume responsibility and to carry out assignments independently.
• A basic understanding of public safety and governmental operations is preferred.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST REQUIRED

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SENA/MM1-5

Hours per week: 35