Supervisor - Purchasing and Contracts (Current Employees)

Irvine Unified School District • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

The Irvine Unified School District comprises a diverse population of more than 36,000 PK-12 students in one early childhood learning center, 24 elementary schools, five K-8 schools, six middle schools, five high schools and one alternative high school. IUSD schools have been nationally recognized for comprehensive programs in academics, the arts, and athletics. Under the general direction of the assigned supervisor, supervises, coordinates and participates in the acquisition of equipment, software, goods, and services. Leads the development, issuance, and award of formal bids, requests for proposals and informal procurements. Coordinates contract workflow and timelines, negotiates agreements, monitors legal and privacy compliance, and develops and disseminates related policies and procedures. Facilitates and supervises cooperative purchasing and contracting partnerships.

Requirements

• Any combination equivalent to: bachelor’s degree in a related field, college level coursework or specialized training in purchasing, law, contracts, or related fields, and five (5) years of experience directly related to legal, contract negotiation, and/or purchasing activities/responsibilities.
• Applicants are required to have passed their 6 month probationary period in their current position before being eligible to apply for a new position.

Nice To Haves

• School district experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, coordinates and participates in the acquisition of equipment, software, goods, and services.
• Leads the development, issuance, and award of formal bids, requests for proposals and informal procurements.
• Coordinates contract workflow and timelines
• Negotiates agreements
• Monitors legal and privacy compliance
• Develops and disseminates related policies and procedures.
• Facilitates and supervises cooperative purchasing and contracting partnerships.

Benefits

• IUSD offers a comprehensive health benefits program for employees who work 30 hours or more per week.
• The district pays most of the cost of medical and dental insurance for all eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support