PURCHASING AGENT

OFFICE OF FINANCE

Traditional 235 work days

FTE: 1.0

Salary Range: $59,229 - $71,075



Applications will be received until September 3, 2024 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org .

About this job:



Works in the Purchasing Department to procure goods and services for various assigned groups. Performs diverse purchasing functions using current, progressive sourcing methods in compliance with District and departmental policies and procedures. Interacts with staff, vendors, and community to ensure a fair, open, and competitive acquisitions process. Manages contracts for District contractors in addition to other assigned commodities.

W hat DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Thrives.
• Salary Range: $59,229 - $71,075. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

What You'll Do:

• Performs necessary purchasing functions for assigned commodities for just-in-time delivery of goods and services to various schools and departments.
• Participates in the contracting process from inception to execution, including preparing basic bid documents; reviewing and executing contracts; interfacing and communicating with departments, schools, and legal departments; educating internal stakeholders about the contracting process; and obtaining necessary signatures on contracts, according to Board of Education policies.
• Operates in Enterprise Resource Planning system (ERP) on a daily basis to process purchase orders as needed,
• Monitors vendor performance and pursues corrective actions regarding inadequacies, deficiencies, or improprieties in order to reach resolution with internal/external customers.
• Analyzes market conditions and trends which may affect pricing and availability of products/services and provides critical information to appropriate leadership.
• Establishes and maintains a database listing of all contracts, including, but not limited to the names of parties, general terms, payment terms, and contract terms.
• Conducts periodic audits and annually reviews and updates contract templates in coordination with the District legal department; trains end-users accordingly.
• Maintains necessary records pertaining to solicitations, contracts, purchase orders, requests for purchase, vendor audits, and related materials.
• Attends staff development workshops, purchasing conferences, and cooperative purchasing meetings supported by the department to share and expand knowledge of various aspects of the public purchasing process.
• Handles or is privy to matters related to purchasing that are confidential in nature and used in negotiations with internal and external stakeholders, including, but not limited to, private relationships, contracts, internal lawsuits/litigations, and internal audit requests.

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in purchasing/contract administration, preferably in an educational environment
• Experience working with vendors, administrators, and school staff (e.g., principals, staff) preferred.
• Experience using or working with ERP systems is preferred.
• Experience using purchasing tools, working with commodities, and implementing organizational purchasing policies and procedures preferred.
• If using a personal vehicle to conduct business duties, must have a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver's license within the state's required time frame for new residents and meet the District's insurability requirements.
• Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (APP) or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and Google Apps and working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to focus attention to detail, maintaining accuracy.
• Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate accountability for the entire procurement process.
• Works collaboratively with others on a team as well as with internal customers, staff, vendors, and members of the business community.
• Ability to display a sense of urgency as appropriate when working with internal/external customers.

• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.