Purchasing Business Partner

About the Role

The City of Pearland, Texas, is looking for a dedicated Purchasing Business Partner to join its Finance Department's Purchasing Division on a full-time, onsite basis. This position requires a service-driven individual who adapts well in fast-paced environments and plays a central role in developing procurement strategies, managing contracts, and fostering strong vendor relations aligned with the city's goals.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $68,268 to $87,043 annually, depending on experience
• The city covers full premiums for dental, long-term disability, and life insurance, and covers most of the medical insurance premiums for employees and their dependents
• Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer contribution match
• Access to life insurance and disability coverage
• Use of the city’s recreation fitness center
• Employee assistance programs and educational support
• 11 paid holidays and 2 additional designated holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Active wellness initiatives focusing on physical, mental, and financial health

About Pearland

Pearland is recognized as one of the fastest-growing and safest communities in Texas, offering affordable housing, excellent schools, and a high quality of life. Its proximity to Houston provides residents easy access to metropolitan amenities including sports, cultural events, and recreational opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support internal city departments with procurement activities such as bidding, requests for proposals, and other purchases
• Ensure adherence to policies for acquiring materials, supplies, equipment, and services
• Develop, update, and deliver citywide training on purchasing and contract policies, procedures, and systems
• Collaborate with internal partners and vendors to negotiate Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustments per U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics guidance
• Manage vendor communications to resolve disputes, enforce corrective actions, and ensure performance goals
• Maintain constant engagement with department personnel to promote compliance and enhance procurement efficiency
• Prepare and review contract-related agenda requests, bid awards, and renewals
• Generate quarterly vendor spending reports and oversee bid solicitations, awards, and contract management
• Manage dissemination of procurement information to city departments and vendors, acting as a vendor liaison
• Develop bid specifications and manage contract preparation and renewals
• Conduct comprehensive monitoring of the city’s purchasing card program including cardholder setup and transaction verification
• Coordinate preparation of surplus items auctioned through GovDeals
• Maintain accurate contract log and bid calendar to track contract lifecycle
• Conduct periodic audits of vendor invoices for compliance
• Perform any additional duties as assigned

Work Environment and Culture

The City embraces a culture encouraging innovation, open communication, and continuous professional growth through multi-directional exchanges and cross-functional teamwork.