Every child deserves the brightest future and Centria Autism Services is on a mission to help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have the best developmental experience possible while acquiring the skills to succeed in the world on their own terms. Too many children with ASD are untreated or undertreated and Centria is committed to reaching every child in need and their families with interventions based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis that meet and exceed -- best practices. Our Optimal Outcomes Model(TM) looks at the whole-child engages families in aspirational treatment planning and leverages team-based care to allow BCBAs to focus on clinical issues and support Centrias dedication to quality family satisfaction and developmental outcomes. Founded in 2009 Centria now operates in 13 states and is working hard to develop approaches to sustain quality while reaching tens of thousands of children across the country; we use data-driven analytics and sophisticated software platforms to constantly evaluate our quality and performance and develop new approaches to supporting our clients and their families on their journey.
Position Summary
The Office and Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for procuring materials supplies equipment and services following cost quality and quantity specifications. This role coordinates and implements the purchasing and supply-related processes ensuring process adherence. The Office and Purchasing Coordinator contributes supports implements and communicates purchasing-related objectives and initiatives of the company.
Success measures include adherence to Centria policies flawless execution of tasks and meeting or exceeding personal qualitative and quantitative key performance indicator (KPI) metrics.
Duties and Responsibilities
The below reflects the essential functions considered necessary for an Office and Purchasing Coordinator and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in the job or assigned by supervisory personnel. This job description is used as a guide only and not inclusive of all responsibilities and job duties.
Purchasing and Vendor Management
- Manage purchasing process of office supplies PPE ABA Center and LSAA materials and IT equipment by gaining appropriate approvals and following all purchasing guidelines.
- Use manual system via Microsoft Excel to manage requests approvals purchase orders and tracking of past orders etc.
- Identify risks and escalate contingency planning to ensure sufficient resource requirements demands such as quantity and quality to meet business needs and timelines.
- Monitor manage and order supplies and IT equipment.
- Work closely with other departments and leadership to resolve discrepancies.
- Protect assets by supporting communicating monitoring and enforcing internal controls and procedures.
- Work with vendors to purchase goods and services assist leadership in developing new sources and maintain strong rapport with vendor base.
- Communicate with suppliers and contacts to achieve product availability within budget requirements.
- Participate in the evaluation of vendor performance regularly.
- Perform cost analysis and seek out bulk pricing options to ensure Centria receives competitive pricing.
Record Management and Compliance
- Ensure department records are accurate and maintained and comply with federal state and local requirements.
- Collect analyze and distribute materials data relative to impacted departments as needed.
- Set up a manual tracking system for Capital expenditures allocated to each ABA Center or LSAA.
Support facilities in various functions as needed.
Required Qualifications Skills and Knowledge:
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
- 1 years of purchasing experience and/or facility experience preferred
- Previous experience negotiating and interacting with business partners and key stakeholders of all levels
- Basic computer skills
- Working knowledge of laptop/desktop PC
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word Excel)
- Proficiency in G Suite (Gmail Drive Docs Sheets)
- Experience with both manual and automated purchasing systems preferred
- Proficiency in PC software especially spreadsheet programs such as Excel;
- Robust analysis judgment negotiation and problem-solving skills;
- High attention to detail;
- Ability to organize prioritize and handle multiple tasks adhere to established deadlines and produce work that consistently meets or exceeds team benchmarks;
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal with internal and external stakeholders;
- Proven adaptability with a willingness to work both collaboratively and individually to achieve desired business outcomes;
- Demonstrated strong work ethic with attention to detail accuracy and quality;
- Established track record of generating error-free work.
Other Competency Requirements
An initial assessment of competency will be completed during the interview period and evaluated on an ongoing basis.
- Ability to follow written instructions
- Ability to use computers and computer/software programs
- Able to communicate expressively and receptively
Compensation
$50000-$60000 plus bonus
Working Conditions
- Centrias office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM 6:00 PM
- Additional time or occasional shift in schedule may be required to complete the above work or meet company objectives.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job physical requirements such as bending reaching lifting pushing or pulling up to 30 pounds may be required. This role will require sitting most of the day as well as walking and standing periodically. This role may require close visual acuity on computer screens or monitors and the ability to analyze data and figures on a screen.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status Veteran status or disability status. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications skills efforts duties responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time with or without written notice.