Purchasing Manager

About the role

The Purchasing Manager oversees the procurement of goods and services, ensuring materials are sourced cost-effectively, delivered on time, and meet quality standards. This role ensures procurement activities align with college policies, regulatory guidelines, and applicable state laws. In addition, the Purchasing Manager supports facility construction projects through project management activities and oversees fixed asset inventory management processes. Through these responsibilities, the position helps the college maintain efficient operations, control expenses, and minimize procurement-related risks.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of procurement activities to ensure cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards
• Ensuring procurement activities align with college policies, regulatory guidelines, and state laws
• Project management support for facility construction projects
• Overseeing fixed asset inventory management processes
• Maintaining efficient operations, controlling expenses, and minimizing procurement-related risks

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or a related field
• Experience managing large-scale procurement projects
• Knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with procurement software and systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Understanding of risk management and mitigation strategies

Skills

• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Project management
• Supplier relationship management
• Cost analysis and budgeting
• Facility management

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance benefits
• Employee assistance program

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible scheduling options.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits
• Employee assistance program

Contact

To apply, please visit LLCC's PeopleAdmin page.