Job Title: Deputy Director-Purchase
Department: Purchasing
Bargaining Unit: Managerial Confidential
Salary: Step 15 / $89,511 - $115,602
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Rath Building, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, New York
Distinguishing Features of the Class: The work involves supervising and participating in the purchase of material, equipment, services and supplies for County departments. This is an administrative position responsible for assisting in the overall direction and coordination of Purchasing Division activities. The incumbent acts for the Director in his/her absence and assists in developing and implementing purchasing procedures and controls. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Purchasing Director with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment. Supervision is exercised over technical and clerical staff. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities:
Supervises all aspects of buying and acts in behalf of the Purchasing Director during the latter's absence;
Prepares and writes specifications for a variety of material, equipment and supplies;
Secures bids as prescribed by law and makes awards therefrom;
Reviews contracts for purchase of materials and gathers information on various brands of items to be purchased and reliability of sources of supply;
Checks requisitions and purchase orders against specifications and catalogues;
Does buying as required;
Checks requisitions for propriety (budget charge, approval, etc.);
Consults with departments regarding goods to be purchased which best meet their needs and completes related detail in regard to the same;
Assists in evaluating equipment at budget approval time to substantiate the need for new or rehabilitation of equipment;
Interviews salespersons and company representatives in order to gain a more thorough knowledge of the product or service being considered;
Attends conventions and forums pertaining to purchase and warehousing;
Prepares reports and answers correspondence.
Minimum Qualifications
(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of purchasing experience; or
(B) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and nine (9) years of purchasing experience; or
(C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).
Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full time experience requirements.
Criminal Background Check: In accordance with New York State law, a criminal background check may be conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made. A prior conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment, unless required by law or directly related to the duties of the position. Certain positions may be subject to additional background screening based on statutory or regulatory requirements.
Remote Work Eligibility: This position may be eligible for one remote work day per week, subject to departmental needs and supervisory approval, after successful completion of the probationary period. Participation in remote work is not guaranteed and may be modified or revoked at any time
Diversity Statement: Erie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Visa Sponsorship: Erie County does not sponsor employment-based visa status for any position. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
How to Apply: If interested and meet the above qualifications, please email a cover letter and a copy of your resume to Vallie.Ferraraccio@erie.gov.