Strategic Procurement & Training Lead

Louisiana State University Shreveport; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University Shreveport is seeking an Assistant Director of Purchasing, a full-time, 12-month position reporting to the Director of Purchasing. The person will coordinate day-to-day activities of the LSUS Purchasing Department, including contract review, procurement for construction/renovation projects, and purchase order processes.

Additionally, the role will develop training using the University’s Learning Management System and collaborate with the Director of Purchasing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with required years experience as specified.
• 2 years experience in public procurement, legal, administrative project management, contract negotiation, auditing, accounting, training, or business related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Review procurement laws and apply to purchase of all commodities, including LAC 34:XIII & State Procurement laws.
• Issue purchase orders, including bids, evaluation of quotes, terms and conditions to ensure procurement rules are followed.
• Prepare training for various departments concerning commodities specific to department.
• Put out items for bid including Requests for Quotes, Requests for Responses and Public Works projects subject to Title 38.
• Provide training at New Hire Orientation for purchasing and property procedures.
• Perform presentations for different campus events.
• Meet with departments to discuss strategic sourcing and procurement options prior to receiving requisitions.
• Assist in maintaining records and database for the Purchasing department.
• Serve as Director in the absence of the Director.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Public procurement experience

Training development

Contract negotiation

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Auditing, Legal, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Louisiana State University Shreveport is seeking an Assistant Director of Purchasing, a full-time, 12-month position reporting to the Director of Purchasing. The person will coordinate day-to-day activities of the LSUS Purchasing Department, including contract review, procurement for construction/renovation projects, and purchase order processes.

Additionally, the role will develop training using the University’s Learning Management System and collaborate with the Director of Purchasing to