MO - Director of Procurement
St. Louis, MO
Full Time
Executive
DIRECTOR OF PROCURAMENT
INTRODUCTION
A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard!! Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.
One of our prestigious clients is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Director to join our team to provide oversight and management of the Procurement Division within the Department of Administration. This management position serves as the principal public procurement official for the County and is responsible for the procurement of goods, supplies and services in accordance with applicable federal, state, and county laws and ordinances. The Purchasing Director also oversees the Minority and Woman Business Enterprise (M/WBE) program and the Prevailing Wage Program.
Examples of Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field. Minimum of ten (10) years of procurement experience including five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental purchasing is required or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer supervisory experience. Candidate must be bondable.
EEO STATEMENT
A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
INTRODUCTION
A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard!! Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.
One of our prestigious clients is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Director to join our team to provide oversight and management of the Procurement Division within the Department of Administration. This management position serves as the principal public procurement official for the County and is responsible for the procurement of goods, supplies and services in accordance with applicable federal, state, and county laws and ordinances. The Purchasing Director also oversees the Minority and Woman Business Enterprise (M/WBE) program and the Prevailing Wage Program.
Examples of Duties
- Direct the acquisition of goods, services, construction, and supplies for St. Louis County.
- Provide professional support, sound contractual advice, and oversight for all purchasing functions throughout the county to ensure the most effective, efficient, and ethical day-to-day operations of the Procurement Division of the Department of Administration.
- Manage a staff consisting of contract administrators, M/WBE Program staff, Prevailing Wage Enforcement Coordinator, and support staff.
- Review County ordinances and make suggestions for improvement.
- Develop and implement M/WBE, prevailing wage and purchasing policies and processes in accordance with federal and state law and County ordinances.
- Conduct negotiations with vendors on proposals, contracts, and contract claims in a fair and equitable manner.
- Ensure purchasing practices are consistent, open, and designed to encourage maximum competition and best value procurements.
- Review and execute contracts, purchase orders, change orders, and other documents within delegated authority.
- Conduct training and information sessions for county staff in the procedures and techniques required in the performance of their duties.
- Foster a culture of innovation with a strong sense of how to develop and offer new products and services to meet department requirements.
- Prepare briefings and requests for legislation for senior management and County Council approval.
- Define standards and certify Requests for Proposals for county departments.
- Designate surplus supplies and supervise their selling, trading, or disposal in accordance with County ordinances.
- Work in conjunction with all divisions within the Department of Administration, including, but not limited to Performance Management and Budget, Fiscal Management, General Services, and Human Resources.
- Participate in developing departmental strategic policies and innovative procedures to enhance the efficiency and quality of services provided by the Department of Administration as a whole.
- Develop, recommend, and monitor the division budget.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field. Minimum of ten (10) years of procurement experience including five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental purchasing is required or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer supervisory experience. Candidate must be bondable.
EEO STATEMENT
A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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