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CUNY Purchasing Manager (University Finance Manager) - Multiple Positions in New York, New York
Purchasing Manager (University Finance Manager) - Multiple Positions
POSITION DETAILS
The City University of New York (CUNY) – Central Office seeks an experienced Purchasing Manager for the Office of the Chief Procurement & Supplier Diversity Officer. CUNY is the nation’s leading urban public university serving more than 500,000 degree-seeking students. The University comprises of 25 institutions: 11 senior colleges, seven community colleges, William E. Macaulay Honors College at CUNY, CUNY Graduate Center, Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies, CUNY School of Law, CUNY School of Professional Studies and CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy. ReportingtotheDeputyDirectorofProcurement,thePurchasingManager is responsibleforallaspectsoftheprocurementprocessforassignedspecificaccounts.
Responsibilities includes, but are not limited to the following:
Participatesinstrategicplanningandre-engineeringefforts;evaluatesoutcomesandmakes recommendationsregarding resources.
Partners with internal and external stakeholders at various organizational levels, including, but not limited to; legal, finance/budget, computer information services, vendor integrity, colleges, oversight agencies, and vendors, to achieve a superior and seamless support service function that results in timely and effective awards to responsive and responsible vendors.
Determines the appropriate method of procurement, establishes procurement plans and schedules in accordance with best procurement practices, policies and procedures and applicable law and regulations.
Participates, prepares, analyzes, and oversees evaluation and award processes of informal and formal solicitation processes, which can include, but not limited to advertisements, Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Quotations (RFQ), Request for proposals (RFP) and conducts public bid openings.
Develops and implements project-based procurement solicitations, contracts, and task order documentswith stake holders and legal, and forwards to prospective bidders/proposers, which will also include the tasks of encumbering contracts and the creation of purchase orders.
Reviews and participates in negotiations for contracts and other forms of solicitations.
Creates advertisements in the City Record and the New York State Contract Reporter.
Reviews and edits reports.
Assists in the development of internal policies and tools necessary to implement strategic sourcing initiatives in the e-Procurement environment.
Performs related duties asassigned.
Note – Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and work on-site in the office.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree and six years' related experience required.
The ideal candidate will have the preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Bachelor's Degree in a business discipline.
Knowledge of purchasing procedures and reporting principles.
Detailed originated and accurate with strong numerical analysis, evaluation, and research skills.
Strongwriting,verbal,interpersonalcommunications,andpresentationskillstoworkeffectivelywithdiversestakeholders of various organizationallevels.
Workproductivelyasanindividualcontributorandcollaborativelyasateammemberandsupervisorinatime-sensitive and customer responsiveoffice.
Strong Organizationalskillswithabilitytoestablishplans,managealargeandvariedworkloadofassignmentswith conflictingpriorities,follow-up,andcompleteworkbysetdeadlines.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Assists in managing the University's financial operations, including accounting, reporting, analysis, and compliance activities.
Advises University and College managers on funding appropriateness and proposes fiscal solutions to resolve academic and/or administrative issues
Participates in developing University-wide budgeting policies and procedures; interprets and ensures compliance with University, State, and City policies, guidelines, rules and regulations
Participates in strategic planning and re-engineering efforts; evaluates outcomes and makes recommendations regarding resources
Develops and recommends fiscal policies and controls
Prepares and manages the production of financial, statistical, and analytical reports
Collaborates with government agencies, auditors, and others as needed
May negotiate contracts
May hire, supervise and train finance and/or clerical staff, and manage related administrative functions
Performs related duties as assigned.
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Associate
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary is $93,491 - $96,602, commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.
The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:
https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=28445&PostingSeq=1
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
28446
Location
Central Office
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