Position Open Until Filled Salary: Commensurate with Experience Summary of Duties:
The Community Outreach Specialist plays a pivotal role in enhancing our Procurement Department's operations. They are responsible for managing supplier relationships, ensuring adherence to the City of Atlanta's policies, and contributing to our Center of Excellence in Supplier Relationship Management. This role demands a proactive approach to maintaining and improving supplier interactions, streamlining procurement processes, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and efficiency.
Major Duties and Responsibilities List the essential job duties that are specific to the position. These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.
- Supplier Management: Oversee supplier registrations and profiles in our procurement system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary contact for supplier inquiries, offering support and guidance through various communication channels.
- Event and Program Development: Participate in outreach and educational programs to strengthen supplier partnerships and knowledge.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive records of projects and supplier interactions, contributing to transparent and effective procurement processes.
- Project Leadership: Drive special projects aimed at enhancing supplier relationships and improving procurement practices.
- Communication and Collaboration: Craft and deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders, highlighting procurement needs and opportunities.
- Address inquiries from suppliers, the public, and city officials, fostering positive relations and clear communication.
- Utilize advanced proficiency in Oracle, Microsoft Office, and other relevant software to streamline communication and project management.
- Administrative Support: Complete and submit reports as required, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of procurement activities.
- Perform a variety of administrative tasks, including but not limited to correspondence, data entry, and record-keeping.
Interpersonal Skills: Build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, city staff, and external partners. Demonstrate professionalism and integrity in all interactions, representing the department and the City of Atlanta positively
The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Minimum Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Administration, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, with a preference for backgrounds in community engagement, customer service, or public relations.
Preferred Education Requirements (separate from minimum requirements and not required to qualify for the job)
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Administration, Business, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of experience with a preference for backgrounds in community engagement, customer service, or public relations.
