Directs complex procurement activities for central state purchasing or directs procurement activities for a state agency.
Employee duties within this class require considerable individual discretion in making complex procurement decisions based on established policies and dollar limits of the State Fiscal Accountability Authority.
Supervises the complex procurement of goods and services. Supervises other procurement personnel. Plans and directs daily and long-range procurement operational functions. Assists in the budgeting process for all supplies and equipment. Directs the purchase, storage and inventory of materials. Conducts prebid conferences and site visits. Awards contracts to vendors. Monitors contracts for compliance. Formulates agency procurement policies and procedures. Directs preparation of all required reports. Researches all new and changed goods and services. Establishes criteria for qualified pharmaceutical products and vendors in accordance with appropriate state laws. Represents the pharmaceutical community in legal, budgetary and personnel matters relating to procurement activity.
Knowledge of rules, regulations and provisions of the Consolidated Procurement Code. Knowledge of the quality of the materials being purchased. Knowledge of procurement management, property management, inventory control and supply functions. Knowledge of the suppliers of various goods and services. Knowledge of pharmaceutical principles, practices, products and equipment. Ability to identify and analyze factors related to the awarding of contracts. Ability to train other personnel and supervise their work. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively.
A bachelor's degree and experience in procurement and contracts.