Job Posting

Purchasing Manager
Search #1011-0011

Ohio Wesleyan University (www.owu.edu) is a selective, private, undergraduate liberal arts, residential institution founded in 1842 and is located just 20 miles north of Columbus.

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the Purchasing department within the university. This includes RFPs, proposal analysis, contract administration, purchase order creation, receiving, and the PCard program, while advising/supporting the faculty and staff of the university in these and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare RFPs.
• Review and analyze bid proposals.
• Negotiate and administer contracts with vendors.
• Ensure that all contract administration procedures are followed and executed.
• Locate and arrange for purchase of goods and services necessary for efficient operation.
• Prepare purchase orders and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Arbitrate claims and resolve complaints generated during performance of contract.
• Maintain and review records of items purchased, costs, delivery, product performance, and inventories.
• Confer with departments and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determines corrective action.
• Administer the PCard program.
• Assist in development of purchasing/receiving policies and procedures.
• Direct the work of Purchasing Department staff members as well as student employees.
• Other duties as assigned within the Budget, Planning, and Purchasing department.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Finance, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years experience in purchasing, preferably part in a supervisory role.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Experience in managing stress and problem solving in a complex organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially with Word & Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP.
• Experience in a College/University environment.
• APICS, ISM, or SPSM Certifications.

Completed application packets will include 1) signed application, 2) letter of interest (cover letter), 3) resume or Curriculum Vitae & 4) The names, titles, & contact information for three professional references and should be sent to: 

Ohio Wesleyan University
Human Resources Department – OWU Search #1011-0012
61 South Sandusky Street – UN027
Delaware, Ohio 43015

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.

Ohio Wesleyan University is strongly committed to diversity within its community and encourages all interested applicants, including women and minorities, to apply.

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