ABOUT CIVIC MARKETPLACE

At Civic Marketplace, we believe the future of public procurement is local, inclusive, and digital. Our platform bridges the gap between public agencies and the innovative, underrepresented small businesses that keep our communities running. We’re reimagining how government entities source and contract with suppliers—with a deep commitment to economic equity, simplicity, and transparency.
We’re growing fast—and we’re looking for someone who’s not afraid to roll up their sleeves and do the important work of empowering America’s small and historically underutilized businesses (HUBs).

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re hiring a Small & HUB Business Engagement Lead to spearhead our national supplier-side strategy. This role is part educator, part coach, part ecosystem-builder, and all Advocate! You’ll be on the front lines helping small businesses navigate public procurement, while ensuring Civic Marketplace becomes the most trusted partner for those seeking opportunity, access, and growth.
You’ll also be a bridge—between state/local procurement officers, cooperative purchasing networks, and the often-overlooked entrepreneurs that make up the backbone of local economies.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead Outreach & Education: Build relationships with small, minority-owned, and HUB-certified businesses. Host onboarding sessions, educational workshops, and community briefings that demystify government contracting.
• Supplier Success & Retention: Guide vendors through profile completion, bid readiness, and project matching. Champion their voice inside Civic Marketplace to shape tools and policies that meet their needs.
• Partnership Development: Collaborate with chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, co-ops, and advocacy groups to expand our trusted network of suppliers.
• Pipeline Growth: Drive supplier acquisition in high-priority states and RFP verticals, in line with our strategic goals and buyer-side demand.
• Operational Leadership: Help design and optimize internal processes, feedback loops, and CRM workflows to scale supplier-side operations efficiently.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

As Ron Holifield often says: “Government done right changes lives.” This is your chance to make that happen-by creating real opportunity where it’s often lacking. If you want to help small businesses win big in public procurement, this is your seat at the table.
Location
Remote (Dallas-based highly preferred)