Purchasing Agent Buyer

DYNAMIC EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS INC • Town of Stockton, NY

15h

About The Position

Responsible for the procurement of equipment, supplies, services, and vendor contracts in compliance with government, center, and corporate policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field
• Two years of related experience
• Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements
• Working knowledge of networking systems
• Skilled in the use of computerized purchasing systems
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and government procurement practices
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and maintain vendor relations
• Proven ability to plan and manage projects and to meet deadlines and schedules
• Demonstrated ability to manage frequent interruptions and changing priorities
• Ability to promote the Career Success Standards (CSS) by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; customer service skills
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• If position requires driving, a valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required
• I-9 documentation required to verify authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background check

Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers all purchase order contracts, subcontracts, lease/rental agreements, and consultant contracts for equipment, service, repairs, and rehab work in compliance with federal, state, local, and DESI regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains a qualified vendor list as directed by federal, state, and DESI procurement procedures.
• Administers the center’s subcontract plan, ensuring that the center meets procurement goals for small business and small socially disadvantaged business; submit reports required by the plan and/or the customer.
• Ensures adherence to quality standards, required delivery schedules, and contractual terms and obtains the best prices available for goods and services through strict adherence to bidding requirements and conscientious negotiation of freight terms.
• Coordinates with the accounting department relative to the accuracy of pricing data and the accounts payable function.
• Assists in the development of new and revised policies and procedures affecting procurement.
• Coordinates with other center staff pertaining to procurement matters.
• Monitors, screens, and recommends for procurement applicable federal excess supplies and equipment.
• Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.
• Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
• Reports violations of ethical behavior.
• Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and reduction of waste.
• Identifies and reports environmental health and safety concerns.
• Submits reports and plans in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level