Education District Procurement Leader

District; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Taos Municipal School District is seeking a Chief Procurement Officer/Purchasing Agent to lead the district's procurement and asset management from the Administration location in Taos, New Mexico. The role involves policy development, vendor negotiations, and ensuring compliant purchasing across the district.

The position reports to the Director of Finance, requires a CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER license in New Mexico, and a strong background in procurement process, accounts payable collaboration,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 4+ years of related experience.
• Current CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER license valid in New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates procurement activities district-wide.
• Oversees contracts, change orders and compliance.
• Negotiates with vendors to reduce costs.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal procurement codes.
• Collaborates with Accounts Payable and Finance.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Procurement

Contracts

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree

Tools

School ERP PRO

Job description

Taos Municipal School District is seeking a Chief Procurement Officer/Purchasing Agent to lead the district's procurement and asset management from the Administration location in Taos, New Mexico. The role involves policy development, vendor negotiations, and ensuring compliant purchasing across the district.

The position reports to the Director of Finance, requires a CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER license in New Mexico, and a strong background in procurement process, accounts payable collaboration,