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JOB - Purchasing Manager 2007

  • YEAR CREATED: 2007
  • ENTITY TYPE: City/Township
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: JOB - Job Description
The document is a job description for the position of Purchasing Manager at the City of Frederick. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing various procurement and administrative activities related to purchasing and contracting materials, equipment, and services for the city or department. They oversee the review, processing, and monitoring of contracts, bids, and purchase orders, and establish priorities and standards. The Purchasing Manager also develops and approves new administrative and purchasing procedures, reviews and approves bid proposals and specifications, and interprets contract provisions. They prepare financial and administrative reports, resolve conflicts with vendors, manage long-range purchase planning, review requisitions, select products for purchase, and determine the method of procurement. The Purchasing Manager also prepares purchase orders and formal solicitations, reviews and negotiates contracts, and maintains procurement records. They should have intermediate-level computer skills and periodically review and comment on purchasing policies and procedures. The qualifications for this position include a bachelor's degree or six years of progressively responsible purchasing experience, with at least two years as a supervisor in purchasing. Strong language, mathematical, and reasoning skills are required, and a valid driver's license is necessary. Professional certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (APP) is preferred. The physical demands of the job include sitting, talking, and occasionally standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The work environment is usually moderate, with occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles. The Purchasing Manager directly supervises employees in the Purchasing Department and is responsible for hiring, training, and managing their performance. Possible work hazards include vision dysfunction and carpal tunnel syndrome due to heavy computer work.
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