Director, Procurement

Community College of Baltimore County   Dundalk, MD   Full-time     Administration / Clerical
Posted on April 7, 2024
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The purpose of this class is to provide leadership and oversee the planning, direction, control and evaluation of all work associated with Purchasing.

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field and Seven (7) years of progressive experience in Purchasing and/or Contract Management, preferably in Higher Education, including two years in a supervisory capacity. Certified Professional Public Buyer (CCPB), or Certified Professional Purchasing Officer (CPPO) certification is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency with computers and Microsoft software/applications required.
  1. Manage the overall day to day operations of assigned College division or function.
  2. Prepare and post solicitation documents to eMaryland Marketplace Advantage as assigned.
  3. Plan, coordinate and implement projects, programs, and/or initiatives.
  4. Supervise, advise, and evaluate assigned staff, as required.
  5. Serve as a liaison between college departments, vendors, government agencies and/or other external organizations.
  6. Manage operating budget for assigned division or function, as required.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned
  1. Plan, direct and manage a wide variety of procurement and administrative activities related to the purchasing and contracting of materials, equipment, and services on a competitive basis for the college.
  2. Manage procurement personnel in the review, processing and monitoring of contracts, bids, and purchase orders.
  3. Review, approve, and execute purchasing documents, as assigned.
  4. Review and prepare Board exhibits for submission.
  5. Obtain Board approval for purchases over $150,000.
  6. Negotiates strategic sourcing agreements and any changes in vendor contracts in accordance with CCBC, state, and federal rules and regulations.
  7. Manage long-range purchase planning and needs analysis to simplify and standardize services and commodities and reduce fiscal year procurement costs.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended

to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Community College of Baltimore County

Dundalk , MD