Purchasing/Procurement Supervisor

Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency•Oklahoma City, OK

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees the Agency’s procurement and purchasing functions, including acquisition of goods/services, contract management, vendor performance, and purchasing records. Ensures compliance with Agency policies, HUD requirements, and budgeting guidelines. Supervises procurement staff and supports efficient, compliant purchasing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field (with at least 3 hours of accounting), plus four years of progressive procurement experience including supervisory duties.
Ability to read/interpret technical documents and regulations; write professional reports; and present information effectively.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver’s license; must be bondable; CPO certification required within six months.
Knowledge of purchasing methods, contract laws, RFP development, and bid evaluation.
Understanding of HUD regulations, acquisition principles, and financial processes.
Strong record-keeping, vendor relations, and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage staff, delegate effectively, and maintain professional relationships.
Proficient in accounting, spreadsheet, and word-processing software.
Regular sitting, talking, hearing, and walking; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
Quiet office environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain Agency purchasing procedures and guides.
Manage procurement processes for goods and services, including cost analysis and vendor performance evaluation.
Prepare and review specifications, bid documents, and RFP packages; provide technical guidance and acquisition recommendations.
Maintain accurate purchasing, contract, renewal, and vendor records.
Review requisitions, negotiate pricing and terms, and recommend product/service selections.
Process purchase requests; prepare contracts and technical specifications in compliance with budget and policy.
Oversee procurement-related accounting (P-card, purchase orders, coding, reviews).
Deliver high-quality customer service to internal/external stakeholders.
Lead and evaluate procurement/purchasing staff, including hiring, training, assigning work, and resolving performance issues.
Supervise procurement functions, P-card program, and travel/training purchasing.
Approve expense coding and ensure timely processing of requisitions and invoices.