Procurement Supervisor

About the role

The Procurement Supervisor position is open at the Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) in Columbus, NE or York, NE. The position closes on September 9 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role involves supervising and overseeing procurement tasks such as procurement document development, reporting, and support of sourcing, bidding, negotiating, dispute resolution, bid evaluation, award development, contract administration, supplier/contractor performance, monitoring, and closeout of procurement documents. The incumbent will also develop staff personnel, influence business unit site management, and develop Procurement Benchmarking Metrics and Reports.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee procurement tasks including procurement document development, reporting, and support of sourcing, bidding, negotiating, dispute resolution, bid evaluation, award development, assigned contract administration, supplier/contractor performance, monitoring and closeout of procurement documents, procedure development, invoice processing, and administrative support.
• Plan, prepare, assign, report, and monitor Purchasing Contracts staff work assignments, and performance management and salary administration.
• Develop staff personnel in areas of purchasing, contracts, negotiations, Uniform Commercial Code, accounts payable, sales tax, applicable Cooper Nuclear Station (CNS) procedures, and other professional training opportunities to improve the process and efficiency of the staff.
• Actively influence business unit site management and staff through site visits and participation in applicable site meetings.
• Interpret and apply District Policy and Procedures. Resolve and/or initiate corrective action to resolve deficient business practices and continuously seek and develop new and better ways to make procurement processes more efficient and effective.
• Maintain compliance with District Policies and Procedures as well as other requirements, including the unique requirements of Cooper Nuclear Station (CNS).
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with outside vendors and internally with Legal, Risk Management, Executive Management, Project Management, Accounting and Finance, and other internal customers as needed.
• Provide quality service and anticipate and respond to customer needs and requests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related area and five years of professional level experience in industry, business, accounting, accounts payable, management, supplier development, strategic sourcing, procurement, buying, contract preparation, supplier negotiations, supplier selection, contract administration, and materials management is required.
• Associate's degree (or equivalent accumulation of college credit hours) in business or related program and ten years of professional level experience in industry, business, accounting, accounts payable, management, supplier development, strategic sourcing, procurement, buying, contract preparation, supplier negotiations, supplier selection, contract administration, and materials management is required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents.
• Commercial analysis, reducing costs, improving service, negotiation, developing procurement documents, letters of intent, supplier development and performance, Personal Computer (PC) literacy, and multi-task project experience is required.
• Experience with SAP, procurement for nuclear facilities or similar, and knowledge of state statute requirements regarding procurement for public utilities is preferred.

Qualifications

• Highest level of integrity and ethics.
• Highly motivated and capable of handling multiple assignments with a high degree of accountability and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and people skills to lead teams, promote ideas, articulate vision, and represent the Department in educating both suppliers and others in the District on the requirements of Procurement processes.

Skills

• Institute of Supply Management’s Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), National Institute of Governmental Purchasing’s Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or equivalent certification is highly desired for this position.

Benefits

Nebreka Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview. Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.