Atlanta Public Schools

Position Type:

DISTRICT LEADERSHIP/MANAGER

Date Posted:

10/13/2025

Location:

Finance: Procurement

POSITION SUMMARY

The Procurement Manager assists the Executive Director of Procurement Services in ensuring the efficient and ethical expenditure of district funds for the acquisition of goods and services. This role provides leadership and general oversight of solicitation, contracting, and procurement-related activities, while supervising procurement staff and supporting process improvements to maximize value for Atlanta Public Schools.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
  • Additional years of relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
• CERTIFICATION:
  • Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), or equivalent national certification preferred.
• WORK EXPERIENCE:
  • 5 years of progressively responsible experience in procurement required.
  • 1 year supervisory or leadership role required.
  • Experience in K–12 education or public sector preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement principles, public purchasing practices, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Strong understanding of contract law, compliance requirements, and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in solicitation development and management (RFPs, RFQs, IFBs) and contract administration.
• Skilled in vendor management, sourcing strategies, and supplier relationship development.
• Strong negotiation and risk management skills to secure favorable terms.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement modules (e.g., Lawson, Oracle, PeopleSoft) and advanced Excel/data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills to oversee multiple initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports, policies, and presentations.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing procurement team.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to evaluate departmental performance, drive process improvements, and implement best practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage daily procurement operations in compliance with board policies, laws, and ethical standards.
• Supervise and develop procurement staff; assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide guidance.
• Oversee solicitation processes to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance.
• Review and approve procurement activities, contracts, and supporting documentation.
• Develop and maintain purchasing policies, processes, and procedures.
• Prepare and analyze reports to evaluate departmental performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Support preparation, administration, and monitoring of the Procurement Services budget.
• Assist in planning and executing long-range departmental goals and objectives.
• Provide procurement training to district staff and suppliers.
• Represent the district at procurement-related events and professional meetings.
• Prepare progress and activity reports for executive leadership.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours and as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or their representative.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

COMPENSATION:

Salary Grade: 133

Salary Range: APS Compensation Scale

Work Year: ANNUAL (252 days)

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