Purchasing Manager - Ses

Requisition No:870776

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

PURCHASING MANAGER I- SES -  1

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number:

Salary: $2,923.08 Biweekly; $76,000 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 03/02/2026

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General Services-Purchasing Office

Purchasing Manager I-SES

Salary: $2,923.08 Biweekly, $76,000 Annually

1875 Orange Avenue East

Tallahassee, Fl.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

General Services
- Purchasing Office

Purchasing Manager I- SES-

Leon

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission:
Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verified by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

One (1) to three (3) years of experience working in procurement Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook

Education level to include either a High School diploma, AA or bachelor’s degree

This position is a highly responsible, independent professional role within the General Services Purchasing Section that provides direct support to the Purchasing Director. The role requires a working knowledge of Chapters 287.057, 255 of the Florida Statutes; 60A and 60D of the Florida Administrative Code;
My Florida Market Place (MFMP); and Formal Solicitation processes. More than 50 percent of the position’s time is dedicated to supervisory duties, including communicating with, motivating, mentoring, and evaluating staff. The position is responsible for ensuring the Commission’s compliance with applicable State, Federal, and Commission laws, rules, regulations, and policy and procedures.

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources.

Work at FWC is cross-functional, and responsibilities may extend across divisional and office lines. Employees are expected to operate collaboratively within the Commission’s organizational structure by contributing their skills and expertise wherever needed, including participation on teams or performing duties as assigned.

Primary responsibility of this position is the administration of the Commission’s procurement function. Activities include:

• Provides interpretation of policies and procedures, rules and regulations, revised statutes, and internal guidelines to statewide agency staff and vendors.
• Uses independent judgment while coordinating and advising solutions to complex procurements.
• Works effectively in an independent environment and serves on procurement project teams within the agency, and other state agencies or other governmental entities.
• Analyzes specifications, terms and conditions for formal solicitations.
• Organizes and conducts pre-bid conferences, request for information meetings, and other user meetings.
• Directs and coordinates day-to-day operations of…