Purchasing Supervisor

Description

Bizzell is a management consulting firm that works with federal, state, and local governments on domestic and international development programs. Bizzell leverages insights from our subject matter experts to identify and address public health issues, youth and workforce development, and economic disparities. We use data-driven approaches and offer full-scale, global and social impact assessments, data analytics and visualization, health research and services, strategic communication, training, and technical assistance, and institutional support services to help build healthy, secure, connected, and prosperous communities in the United States and around the world.

At Bizzell, we are passionate about the work that we do and about the people we positively impact.

Our vision, mission, and goals truly reflect our desire to make a real difference in this world.

We want to work with people that share our same values, and we are hoping this could be you!

What we are looking for is innovation, ambition, determination, and a strong sense of humanitarianism.

In turn, we will provide the resources and support you need to get the job done.

The Purchasing Supervisor directs the Purchasing staff and performs finance/accounting support in accordance with DOL, PRH, Contract Center, and Bizzell US’s requirements in regard to all purchases of the Center. 

Job Description:

· Verifies terminology and specifications of purchase requests.

· Reads catalogs and interviews suppliers to obtain prices and specifications.

· Compiles records of items purchased or transferred between departments.

· Types or writes purchase orders and sends copies to suppliers and departments originating requests.

· Computes the total cost of items purchased, using a calculator.

· Verifies bills from suppliers with bids and purchase orders.

· Types or writes invitation-of-bid forms and mails forms to supplier firms or distributes forms for public posting.

· Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates, and awards contract to supplier with best bid.

· Determines if the material on hand is sufficient quantity.

· Approves bills for payment.

· Confers with suppliers concerning late deliveries.

· Works toward meeting performance management goals.

· Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.

· Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.

· Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.

· Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.

· Participation in PRH-mandated staff training is mandatory. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Performs other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

One-year related experience is required. Experience with Excel spreadsheet applications.

 Ability to work in fast-paced deadline-oriented situations.

 High School Diploma and one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and training. 

Valid State Drivers License