Purchasing Manager

GGFOA; Carrollton, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Performance bonuses

Defined benefit pension plan

457(b) plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Carroll County Water Authority (CCWA) in Carrollton, Georgia, is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing activities for all CCWA departments and divisions. Responsibilities include obtaining goods and services at favorable prices, vendor negotiations, and ensuring timely acquisitions in line with specifications.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, with 5+ years of purchasing experience preferred and a Bachelor of Business Administration or related field

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services for CCWA at best value.
• Negotiate prices and contracts with vendors.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet operational needs.
• Prepare bids and obtain quotes for projects.

Skills

Purchasing

Vendor negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration

Job description

Georgia Local Government Access Marketplace

The Carroll County Water Authority (CCWA) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the position of Purchasing Manager at its administrative office in Carrollton, Georgia.

The Purchasing Manager performs specialized administrative work in purchasing, acquiring a wide variety of commodities for all CCWA departments and divisions.Work involves purchasing supplies, equipment, and services at the desired specifications, grade and quality.Duties include the timely acquisition of goods and services at favorable prices for CCWA.The Purchasing Manager will negotiate prices and contracts with vendors, and monitor inventory levels to meet operational demands.The employee will also be responsible for formal bids and obtaining quotes for projects.Performing these duties requires frequent contact with vendors and CCWA team members, as well as sound, independent judgment.The position is responsible for purchasing decisions subject to review by the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are required for the position.A candidate with 5 or more years of experience in purchasing is preferred.A Bachelor of Business Administration degree or related field is preferred.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $100,000. Compensation is commensurate with experience and skills.

CCWA offers competitive wages and robust benefits including:

• health and dental insurance
• performance incentive bonuses
• defined benefit pension plan
• 457(b) investment plan
• paid leave