Top Purchasing Executive leads procurement and purchasing operations and develops strategic plans to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Evaluates and develops strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Being a Top Purchasing Executive fosters collaboration with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Designs processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Additionally, Top Purchasing Executive incorporates auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Top Purchasing Executive manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Top Purchasing Executive typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage the purchasing activities of the District. Develop and implement purchasing procedures to process bids and purchase orders and ensure compliance with applicable state laws and regulations. Coordinate the distribution of supplies and equipment district wide.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma Required
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of competitive bidding statutes and purchasing procedures.
Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner.
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data.
Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases and produce required reports and documents.
Ability to understand budgets.
Experience:
Three years of public or private sector purchasing experience preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Purchasing
Administration:
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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