Job Description

Join the Indian River State College Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You!

At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance.

Comprehensive Health Coverage

We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.

We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)

Retirement Plans for a Secure Future

Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

Generous Paid Time Off

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.

Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area.

Professional Growth Opportunities

Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.

Join Our Team as Director of Procurement Operations!

Are you a strategic leader with a knack for procurement and supply chain management? We're looking for a Director of Procurement Operations to lead our purchasing, contracts, and supply chain activities. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Capital Planning, Projects, and Facilities, you'll ensure our college's procurement processes run smoothly, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulations.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and oversee all procurement operations, including contracts, inventory, and surplus management.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with legal codes and Board policies in all purchasing activities.
• Provide training and support to staff on procurement procedures and best practices.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in procurement, preferably in a college setting.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supply chain management.

• Impactful role with the opportunity to shape procurement practices across the college.
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and efficiency.

If you’re detail-oriented, skilled in contract negotiations, and ready to lead a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us drive excellence in procurement at Indian River State College.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the administrative direction this position directs the daily operations of the procurement operations procedures and activities for the College are effective.  Responsibilities include the designing, executing, and ensuring the effectiveness of a system of internal controls to guarantees financial information is reliable, compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies. and efficient and managing the Warehouse/Receiving staff and the Inventory Coordinator to maintain optimal inventory levels and streamline operations. Develops, directs and oversees contracts, materials and supply chain activities. Performs complex analytical duties and leadership for the College related to procurement contracts, shipping, receiving, warehouse, inventory, disposal of surplus property, fixed assets and records retention. Responsible for the preparation for both informal and formal bidding including all construction projects and various supplies and services for the College. Monitors all aspects of contract compliance with legal codes, laws, and District Board of Trustees policies. Reviews, approves, and negotiates requests for change orders and contract amendments. Assists with the creation and/or implementation of policies, procedures, forms, and processes. Provides customer service, input, and recommendations to end users on supply chain matters. Manages key vendor relationships to ensure they serve their intended purpose to reduce expenses, bring efficiency and generate revenue.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews requisitions for good and services, processes purchase orders and obtains quotes; negotiates best value and places orders with appropriate supplier(s). (20%)
• Oversee the operations of the shipping, receiving Inventory Coordinator staff, warehouse management, inventory process, disposal of surplus items for all College owned fixed assets ensuring efficient inventory management and timely receipt of goods. (20%)
• Completes all formal and informal public solicitation to ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations including Board of Trustee policies and procedures. (15%)
• Conduct or assist in strategic sourcing best practices and negotiations of prices and contract terms and conditions. (15%)
• Responsible for administrators training and implantation to College’s internal customers on purchasing card program; State and Federal purchasing policies, regulations and procedures, including receiving, inventory controls and contract compliance on all materials and services. (15%)
• Supervises and directs the activities of all employees within the Purchasing, Receiving, and Supply Chain (10%)
• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. (5%)

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experience in purchasing required in a college setting preferred; or an equivalent of ten (10) years or combination of training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Advanced knowledge in strategic sourcing and contract negotiations
• Knowledge of college purchasing processes, dealing with purchasing issues, on-line purchasing systems, products, and handling vendors.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and best practices
• Skill in working in Microsoft Suites, Inventory tracking and ERP based applications.
• Ability to prioritize task and detailed oriented. 
• Ability to be creative and to use diplomacy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light work involving lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.

Classification

Staff

Supervisory

Yes

FLSA Exempt

Yes

Employment Type

Regular

Compensation and Application Deadline

Pay range starts at: $87,781.91 . All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience | Open until filled