Job

Purchasing Supervisor (Finance)

  • Company: Walworth County
  • Location: Elkhorn, Wisconsin 53121 United States
  • Salary: $86,064 to $111,519
  • Date Posted: May 20, 2025

Description

This position is a supervisory level position responsible for providing daily support and assistance for the procurement of materials and services on a county-wide basis. The position assists in the administration of the County’s centralized purchasing program, in compliance with all applicable statutory regulations, policies, and procedures relative to public procurement. This position shall also lead assigned process improvement projects and prepare specific assigned County departments’ purchasing solicitations and contracts. This position directly supervises two Buyers. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, business law, purchasing, or related field; or formal preparation equivalent to a four-year program with three to five years of relevant experience.
  • Experience and knowledge of government purchasing preferred.

Essential Knowledge and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of all principles involved in government purchasing, contract management, and the environment in which it functions.
  • Ability to independently perform complex purchasing solicitation functions within a government environment.
  • Ability to interpret implement policies and procedures within a government environment.
  • Knowledge of contracts, contract law, contract and supply management within the government environment.
  • Ability to understand and apply principles and practices of proper business ethics.
  • Capacity to and proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements.
  • Ability to utilize spreadsheets, word processing, and automated procurement applications.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels within the county, elected officials, and the public.
  • Ability to plan, organize and effectively present ideas, concepts and recommendations, in oral and written formats.
  • Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple activities.
  • Ability to analyze data, make the appropriate recommendations, and resolve problems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations and Other Special Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license. Proof of minimum auto liability insurance coverage.
  • Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) preferred.

Application Process

To see the full job description or apply, go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/walworthco/jobs/4935340/purchasing-supervisor-finance?keywords=purchasing&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Contact Info


Name: Tammy Werblow
Phone: 262-741-4354
Email: twerblow@co.walworth.wi.us
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