Procurement Agent

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Full Time Clerical The Villages, FL, US

Salary: $54,909.80 Annually

Do you thrive in an environment that is geared towards outstanding hospitality? Do you have a passion for being innovative and creative? Is hard work on your top list of ideals? Are you a steward of your working environment? Then read on...

The Villages Community Development Districts (The District) tops the list of community development districts that continue to grow in one of the most scenic locations in Florida, The Villages. Our collective commitment to hospitality, innovation & creativity, hard work, and stewardship helps employees thrive and excel in many fields within The District. An immediate full-time opportunity exists for an individual with commitment, a "passion" for excellence, and a "drive" for accuracy to join our Purchasing Team.

This position requires a solid background of advanced purchasing skills used daily. The incumbent will enjoy a challenging atmosphere and be part of a productive team that supports all departments within The District and our surrounding community. The District is looking for an individual with a desire to utilize their cutting-edge management skills. The District provides a supportive and engaging workplace that is committed to developing great talent, coupled with competitive compensation and benefits.

Do not pass up this opportunity to be a part of a positive, expanding organization.

Competitive Benefits as a full-time employee of the District include:

• Medical Insurance (fully paid for employee single coverage)
• Voluntary health benefits, including Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(a) Retirement Plan, with contributions funded by the District
• 457(b) Retirement Plan, permitting employee pre-tax deferrals
• Flexible Spending programs for both Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible
• Tier 2 qualifying organization for The Villages Charter School

JOB SUMMARY

The Procurement Agent is a member of the Purchasing team and reports directly to the Assistant Purchasing Director. The Procurement Agent is responsible for a variety of strategic initiatives and ensuring compliance with public procurement policies. This position is primarily responsible for administering and coordinating the District's competitive solicitation processes in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local procurement laws, policies, and procedures.

The Procurement Agent manages the full lifecycle of formal solicitations for goods and contractual services—including Invitation to Bid (ITB), Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Qualifications (RFQ), and Invitations to Quote (ITQ) from initial requests through contract award and execution. This role focuses on developing solicitation documents, ensuring compliance, facilitating evaluation processes, and supporting the establishment of contracts that meet the operational needs of District Departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Includes, but not limited to)

• Manages assigned solicitations from initiation through award, including review of Solicitation Requests and development of solicitation strategies.
• Prepares, reviews, and issues formal solicitation documents (ITB, RFP, RFQ, ITQ), ensuring clarity, completeness, and compliance with procurement requirements.
• Coordinates with End Using Departments to define scope of work, specifications, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.
• Ensures all solicitations align with applicable laws, ordinances, policies, and internal procedures.

Solicitation Process…