Summary Directs and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in purchasing materials, equipment, and supplies in an organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Supervises the day to day functioning of Purchasing including the selection, training, and buyer commodity assignments. Ensures that Company Standard Procedures are followed in connection with purchase of materials and services. Follows through with vendors in matters of complaint, non-compliance, problem or failure to meet specifications or agreements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Planning and overseeing the work of Buyers and Purchasing Personnel
• Hiring and training new staff
• Developing or enhancing an organization’s procurement rules and regulations
• Establish or enhance guidelines on how often the company gets price quotes for items, the number of bids to accept and which vendors to consider
• Buying goods and services for the company
• Discussing contracts
• Evaluating quality, price, reliability, technical support and availability of goods and services
• Designs, implements, manages, and monitors procurement reporting systems to meet company requirements.
• Oversees all activities related to procurement of a commodity, from intent to purchase through delivery of commodity.
• Negotiates or supervises the negotiation of requests for equipment, supplies, and services from suppliers and subcontractors.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the buying function. Also directly supervises 1-5 non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.