Finance Procurement Manager (HEA)

Responsibilities

• Aid in the management of the department by reviewing and assigning requisitions in CUNYfirst; resolve any issues and ensure that all purchase requisitions are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with City, State and University policies.
• Assist in developing bid specifications, advertising in City Record and the NYS Contract Reporter, negotiating contracts with vendors through various procurement methods such as Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and other procurement projects.
• Release of IFB/RFQ/RFP and conduct vendor site-visits, issue addendums and publicly open bids.
• Manage Board Resolutions and Contract packages for tax levy, non-tax levy projects & RFP's. Interact with CUNY Legal, NY State, and Attorney General Office for approval of contracts.
• Advocate for the use of MWBE vendors in accordance with CUNY policies. Advise internal customers with regards to technology, equipment products available under NYS OGS, NYC and CUNY contracts.
• Work with vendors, ensure that new vendor documentation is submitted to Central Office; act as a liaison between the Procurement Office, end users, vendors and CUNY Vendor Management Unit.
• Manage and evaluate current purchasing procedures and recommend and implement process improvements.
• Develop monthly reports to track progress of purchase requisitions.
• Provide training and technical assistance to the College community about procurement regulations and procedures.
• Assist the Director with various projects; may act in the absence of the Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and six years' related experience required.

Job Title

Name: Finance Manager
CUNY Title: Higher Education Associate
FLSA: Exempt

Compensation and Benefits

Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.

How to Apply

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity.