Purchasing Manager - Higher Education

$99,840 - $99,840/Yr

The Salem Group - Grayslake, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Grayslake, IL

Accommodation

About the position

The Purchasing Manager will provide leadership and oversight for all procurement activities within a higher education organization. This role involves ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies, managing vendor negotiations, and overseeing inventory management. The Purchasing Manager will also be responsible for recruiting and training procurement staff to meet departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the planning, direction, control, and evaluation of all procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as College Board Policy.
• Manage contract negotiations with vendors and service providers, including analyzing and maintaining monthly vendor spend reports.
• Ensure all goods, services, and equipment required by internal departments are obtained within budget and in a timely manner, while seeking cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee inventory management for all departments.
• Recruit, hire, and train procurement staff based on departmental needs and identify gaps.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field with 5 years' experience within a public or higher education organization, or an Associate's Degree with 7 years' experience in the same field.
• Minimum of 3 years progressively responsible experience in the procurement of goods and services, including strategic sourcing, contract, and bid negotiation.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (Workday & PeopleSoft preferred).

Benefits

• Affordable insurance plans
• Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Retention Bonuses