Director of Purchasing

Lake Tahoe Community College • South Lake Tahoe, CA

79d • $82,289 - $90,832

About The Position

Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) announces an opportunity to work in Administrative Services as the Director of Purchasing. Under the direction of the Vice President of Administrative Services, the Director of Purchasing directs the daily operations of the District's procurement activities, including the preparation, review and processing of District contracts, formal bids, requests for qualification (RFQ), requests for proposal (RFP), and purchase orders. This position will also be responsible to obtain pricing and related purchasing data as well as preparing a variety of reports related to purchasing. Administrative Services provides the campus with essential services to ensure the ongoing operations of the college and serves as the liaison to classified staff. Each of the departments within the Administrative Services provides critical support to ensure continued safe and sound operations of the college. This position works closely with the Fiscal Service department which manages budget development and monitoring, accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and auditing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (i.e., QSS, PlanetBids, Colleague, etc.).
• Experience working in a public agency environment or community college.
• Knowledge of contract negotiations and budget control.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automated eProcurement and accounts payable systems.
• Skilled at leading teams by building trust, rapport, and mutual respect.

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily operations of the District's purchasing activities, ensuring goods and services are procured in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensures the application of procurement best practices, risk mitigation, and effective buying strategies.
• Utilizes equity in procurement advancements by ensuring contracting and procurement opportunities are readily available to all eligible vendors.
• Directs the development and preparation of bid specifications, RFQs, RFPs, purchase orders, and contracts.
• Oversees the processing of Board agenda items requesting approval of contracts, resolutions, service agreements, and other procurement activities.
• Develops, implements, and interprets policies and ensures compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
• Meets with and interviews vendors/suppliers/consultants to negotiate contract terms and conditions.
• Tracks unit performance on procurement activities and monitors buyer performance, customer satisfaction, supplier management, cost savings, and supplier diversity.
• Facilitates the resolution of procurement problems and complex contractual terms.
• Performs personnel functions for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing and enhancing productivity.
• Develops and prepares preliminary budgets for the unit and analyzes financial data for trends.
• Establish department goals and objectives consistent with College policies.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long term disability.
• Zero monthly premium cost for several plan options.
• LTCC matches 27% of an eligible employee's salary into a CalPERS pension account.
• Generous leave package including 17 paid holidays per year, 18 days vacation, and 12 days sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree