JOB SUMMARYTo provide basic advisory technical and administrative skills necessary to plan for prepare and manage requests for the acquisition of supplies equipment and services required by the College in compliance with applicable laws rules regulations policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPrepare and review for accuracy and compliance Purchase Requisitions and Direct Pay Requests as required.
Research and identify qualified suppliers; plan and organize requirements specifications and appropriate supporting documentation for requested procurements.
Obtain budgetary quotes from suppliers and prepare appropriate budget planning information for management.
Maintain appropriate documentation of purchase transaction file and records for auditing purposes.
Prepare reports on a routine and ad-hoc basis to provide information on purchase requisition/purchase order activities.
Interact regularly to assist College personnel in the processing of requisitions making recommendations to personnel regarding suppliers and sources of specific materials and advising the personnel of the proper procedures to follow in making the purchases.
Promote small business utilization through participation in vendor outreach programs.
Provide training to assigned Customers regarding various procurement policies procedures methodologies and PeopleSoft procurement training.
Participate in management meetings advising management of: market conditions; work conditions and activities; materials equipment and services price trends; and vendor activity that could affect budget or college operations.
Utilize knowledge of College specific requirements for good and services to formulate short-term and long-term strategies in conjunction with Procurement Operations to ensure quality and continuity of supply and minimizing total cost.
Familiarity with College Budgets; should possess a general knowledge of the General Expenditures Subaccount Listing to verify the correct expense account is used relative to the transaction for all procurement Accounts Payable and other related requests.
Makes purchases for routine good and services as permitted under HCCs Procurement Card Program.
Generate effective communications good relationships and a positive image with suppliers promoting courtesy objectively honestly and fairness.
Develop an effective open working relationship within all of HCC in resolving day-to-day procurement related issues (e.g. purchase requisition tracking and expediting; expediting product delivery with suppliers; Receiving Reports discrepancies; and supplier non-performance issues.
Perform other duties tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associates degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
- 3 years hands-on experience in purchasing a broad range of materials equipment and services required
- Experience in an educational environment preferred
Licensing & Certification
- Valid Texas Driver License
Special Skills
- MS Office Programs
- Information Management Systems
- State of Texas Procurement Laws and Regulations
Competencies
- Delivering High Quality Work
- Accepting Responsibility
- Serving Customers
- Supporting Organizational Goals
- Driving Continuous Improvement
- Acting with Integrity
- Thinking Critically
- Managing Change
- Communicating Effectively
Working ConditionsGeneral Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countrys largest singly-accredited open-admission community colleges offering associate degrees certificates workforce training and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive administrative financial or something else youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies second only to New York Citys 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town and dont forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nations top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area museums are a large part of Houstons cultural scene.
- Houston is theCulture & Culinary Capital of Texaswith more than 7500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race color religion sex gender identity and expression national origin age disability sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Sandra B. Jacobson J.D. . SHRM-SCP Director EEO/Compliance Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX 77266
713 718.8271 or
HCC values its employees and their contributions promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development and provides a positive working and learning environmentthat encourages involvement innovation and creativity.
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