Assistant Director of Purchasing

State of Louisiana
Bossier City, LA Other
POSTED ON 9/20/2022 CLOSED ON 10/2/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Purchasing position at State of Louisiana?

This posting is for a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, staff position.

Salary commensurate with credentials and experience.

In order to be considered for employment, applicant must scan and attach the required documentation to electronic application or mail to: BPCC, Attn. HR, 6220 E. Texas Street, Bossier City, LA 71111.

Required documentation includes: College transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation for employment.

If employed by Bossier Parish Community College, official transcripts must be provided.

Any questions regarding this posting may be directed to hr@bpcc.edu or 318-678-6040.

Bossier Parish Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

www.bpcc.edu  
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Five (5) years of purchasing experience.
  • Two (2) years of budget and contract management experience.
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Work experience with computer software or data management system.
  • Experience in College/University setting preferred
  • Prior training experience hosting live sessions preferred.  
  • Prior Banner experience preferred.  
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must have use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear and handle or feel objects and controls. 
  • Must have physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office equipment such as, but not limited to, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. 
  • Must be capable of sitting in stationary position for 50% or more of time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsThe Assistant Director of Purchasing is responsible for coordinating day to day activities of the Purchasing Department including contract preparation and review, the Purchase Order process and Property Management.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Negotiates and prepares contracts of a significant scope. May advise on contract disputes by providing interpretations of the applicable regulations.
  • Conducts periodic audits of procurement records to ensure compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, standards and procedures.
  • Performs specialized and high priority procurement/contractual duties in emergency situations.
  • Provides guidance to College personnel on alternative products or services, or one-time purchases
  • Schedules and conducts pre-bid conferences as required.
  • Exercises functional authority to ensure that College personnel and vendors comply with laws, rules, regulations, policies, standards and procedures for the integrity of the procurement function.
  • Ensure that legal and budgetary reviews are completed as necessary.
  • Manage Public Works Projects up to $250,000
  • Review Professional Service contracts for compliance with state regulations

Salary : $62,500

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