DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING

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　　DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING

　　Salary

　　$60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Natchitoches, LA

　　Job Type

　　Unclassified

　　Job Number

　　999556

　　Department

　　Northwestern State University

　　Opening Date

　　01/24/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/29/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Supplemental Information

　　Northwestern State University Office of Business Affairs seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Director of Purchasing.

　　Review of applications will begin immediately.

　　To Apply:Send letter of application, resume and complete contact information for three professionals references to:[email protected]

　　Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.

　　The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

　　NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)

　　It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.

　　In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

　　The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

　　Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

　　Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Student Advocacy and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 308 of the Friedman Student Union or email [email protected] . Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email [email protected] .

　　In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State Universityfor facilitiesis the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email [email protected] . Forstudentacademic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Taylor Camidge (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email [email protected] . Forfaculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email [email protected] .

　　*Inquiries regarding employment application status should be emailed to

　　[email protected].

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum:

　　A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

　　Experience in operating Procurement Management Finance Software; Ellucian/Banner

　　Understanding of Louisiana Revised Statutes regarding purchasing and ethics required

　　Requires the ability to communicate orally and through written reports with/to Subordinates, Supervisors and vendors.

　　Demonstrated organizational skills in handling, directing, and prioritizing multiple and complex assignments/projects and maintaining records.

　　Managerial experience is essential.

　　Preferred:

　　Proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.

　　Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

　　Ability to work independently with little direction.

　　Job Concepts

　　Directs and coordinates the overall function of the Purchasing office.

　　Responsible for ensuring the proper organization and efficient operation of all phases of procurement activities and complying with federal and state audits, requirements, and regulations.

　　Provides overall leadership, management, and supervision for all purchasing operations including procurement and credit card process, contract and vendor administration, and training sessions.

　　Supervises the formal solicitation processes of {IFB, RFP, RFQ), preparing bid documents, specifications, terms and conditions, pre-proposal conference, bid openings, and assisting departments with the evaluation process.

　　Reviews, recommends, develops, and implements departmental strategies, policies, procedures, processes, guidelines, forms, goals, solicitation templates, and planning schedules according to the NSU Policy & Procedures Manual and other applicable local, federal, and State of Louisiana laws and statutes.

　　Oversees the education and training to the departments to ensure effective purchasing practices and interaction with the vendors.

　　Exercises purchasing knowledge and tact dealing with departments and outside vendors to procure goods and services.

　　Generates correspondence and mail regarding procurement issues/updates with the College, department and vendors.

　　Promotes positive morale and teamwork within the functional unit and provides exceptional customer service to students, faculty and the community.

　　Uses interpersonal skills and makes sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed between coworkers, the supervisory chain, faculty, staff, students, and vendors.

　　Performs other duties as assigned by Chief Financial Officer

　　Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

　　Agency

　　State of Louisiana

　　Address

　　For agency contact information, please refer to

　　the supplemental information above.

　　Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

　　Phone

　　(866) 783-5462

　　Website

　　http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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