Strategic Purchasing Manager, Public School District

Bloomington Public Schools; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement & Pension Savings

Paid Time Off

Employee Support

Job summary

Bloomington Public Schools is seeking a Purchasing Manager for its Business Office at the Education Services Center. This role oversees all district purchasing functions, manages contract reviews, and provides audit support across departments.

Applicants should possess strong communication skills and at least five years of experience. The position comes with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance with no employee contribution and retirement contribution from the district.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years public education or five years private industry experience.
• Current knowledge of MN Statutes for procurement, joint purchasing contracts, and purchasing thresholds is preferred.
• Current knowledge of election laws and MN Statutes for school board elections is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all district purchasing functions.
• Oversee process of reviewing contracts for compliance.
• Approve all district PO's over recommended amount.
• Provide audit support to various departments.
• Oversee School Board Elections.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Resourcefulness

Knowledge of MN Statutes

Knowledge of election laws

Business Degree

Public education experience

Private industry experience

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business

Job description

Bloomington Public Schools is seeking a Purchasing Manager for its Business Office at the Education Services Center. This role oversees all district purchasing functions, manages contract reviews, and provides audit support across departments.

Applicants should possess strong communication skills and at least five years of experience. The position comes with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance with no employee contribution and retirement contribution from the district.