INTRODUCTION:
The Purchasing Department is the division of the City of Racine that's responsible for acquiring the goods and services required to operate.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Under supervision of the Assistant Finance Director, performs professional work of advanced difficulty in the technical and administrative functions of the purchasing activities of the government, including purchasing and contract administration. This position is responsible for the procurement of equipment, supplies, professional services and construction that are to be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Business Law, Finance, Purchasing, or closely related field.
Work Related Experience: Preferably three (3) years progressively responsible experience in purchasing.
Desired Certifications: Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or equivalent certifications, or the ability to obtain the CPPB within three (3) years of hire.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:
Standing, walking, sitting, and stooping; kneeling, crouching, balancing, and bending/twisting; reaching, feeling, talking, and hearing; lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and handling, grasping, and fingering; filing, typing, writing, etc.
EQUIPMENT USED:
Standard and automated office equipment and software, personal vehicle.
This job description is intended to identify essential duties and illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of Racine.
The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.