Purchasing and Risk Manager

Town Of Bloomfield - Bloomfield, CT

Full-time

Bloomfield, CT

Social Assistance

About the position

The Purchasing and Risk Manager is responsible for overseeing the Town's comprehensive Risk Management and Purchasing programs. This role involves leading the implementation of the Town's Loss Prevention & Control Program, managing insurance programs, and coordinating safety training. The manager will also handle the purchasing process, including bids and RFPs, while maintaining detailed records and ensuring the efficiency of operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, conduct, and direct the activities of the Town's Risk Management and Purchasing programs.
• Lead the implementation of the Town's Loss Prevention & Control Program.
• Coordinate and administer the Town's insurance programs.
• Work with the management team on the selection of property, casualty, and workers' compensation insurances.
• Monitor and report on claims related to insurance.
• Coordinate safety training and chair safety committees.
• Manage the purchasing process and the bid/RFP process.
• Maintain fixed assets for the Town.
• Perform a variety of routine and complex transactions and administrative tasks.
• Maintain detailed records of purchasing and insurance activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Over five (5) years of experience in purchasing and/or risk management or related work experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of the Munis system preferred.