Director of Purchasing - Beaver, United States - New River Community and Technical College

Description

Salary:
$60,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : Beaver, WV

Job Type:
Full Time Regular

Job Number:
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 04/15/2024

Closing Date: 4/25/2024 11:59 PM EasternDescriptionCompany SummaryBecome an integral member of a dedicated team focused on improving the quality of life among citizens in southeastern and south-central West Virginia.

New River Community and Technical College provides comprehensive, quality higher education, workforce training and community education programs and services.

We aspire to make a difference in the communities in which we serveWe are seeking an enthusiastic professional Director of Purchasing who is passionate about cultivating the school's mission and objectives through student instruction, guidance and review in order to ensure successful development of each student.

This position is a full-time position for the Raleigh County campus and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer/VP of Finance.

The position will work collaboratively with management, faculty and staff within the department and college to serve the best interests of the students.

Job SummaryThe Director of Purchasing plans, administers, coordinates and monitors all purchasing activities for an institution as well as provides purchasing services and expert guidance to ensure all aspects of purchasing is efficient and effective.

Nature of WorkThe Director of Purchasing is responsible for overseeing all purchasing, inventory, and surplus functions at an institution. Additional responsibilities include managing and directing the work activities of all assigned purchasing staff.

Job responsibilities require excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to handle multiple tasks and projects and prioritize based on departmental functionality.

Results are defined by the institution and division strategy, mission, and vision.

Work is performed independently by applying established standards through a broad and deep knowledge base of work acquired from several years of experience in a particular area.

Problems faced in this position are varied, often complex, and involve multiple constituencies, often with competing priorities. Errors could easily result in substantial costs, inconveniences, and disruption of services within the affected area.
Examples of DutiesDistinguishing CharacteristicsPerforms other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.


Summary of Responsibilities:

• Consults with legal counsel to address concerns and/or issues with contracts.
• Maintains appropriate contract and procurement records
• Establishes strategic direction and ongoing management of critical activities in support of key sourcing and procurement categories.
• Develops, implements and manages training strategies directed toward internal and external clients to improve the level of customer services provided.
• Gathers and interprets complex data and information to produce and submit reports that support recommendations and projects.
• Evaluates available contracts to determine value to the institution and provide direction to community on usage.
• Manages all assigned purchasing staff, including hiring, training, evaluating, disciplining, rewarding, and directing the work of all employees.
• Develops and strengthens partnerships with suppliers while pursuig efficiencies by controlling cost and supporting continuous uninterrupted productivity.
• Plans, develops, manages, and tracks procurement milestones as well as monitors agreements.
• Prepares contract determinations and responses to vendor protests and inquires.
• Interprets and utilizes contracts such as state and/or other eligible group purchasing options.
• Researches and establishes agreements with cooperative purchasing groups.
• Provides direction regarding meeting and exceeding departmental goals.
• Maintains currency through selfdirected professional reading, developing, professional contact with colleagues, attends professional development courses, and attends training and/or courses.
• Stays abreast of state and federal laws and institutional change regarding procurement.
• Coordinates the Purchasing and Accounts Payable functions to insure prompt payment to vendors and proper procurement processes are accomplished.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Professional Development Compliance training is to be completed routinely and timely.
Participate in additional professional development opportunities through LinkedIn Learning and professional organization affiliations.
Minimum QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of state and higher education purchasing procedures and requirements.
• Attorney General / State Budget / Auditors Office requirements
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

EducationEducation LevelField of StudyRequiredPreferredAssociate's DegreeRelated FieldXBachelor's DegreeRelated FieldXExperienceIn addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experience is typically required, for this position.

An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be acceptable.

ExperienceExperience DetailsRequiredPreferredProcurement Inventory Control SupervisoryProgressively responsible purchasing work experience3 years +This position offers a full benefit package including health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability and a retirement program.

Please visit our website () to view additional information outlining the benefit programs offered through PEIA and Mountaineer Flexible Benefits, as well as our other vendors.

This position will be eligible to enjoy 24 days of vacation leave, 18 days of sick leave, and 12-14 paid holidays per year.

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