Choice Partners

Compensation

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Primary Purpose: Responsible for developing and managing cooperative contracts awarded for the Choice Partners (CP) program. Qualifications: Education/Certification: • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in business, public administration, engineering or related field or equivalent work experience • Professional certification in purchasing preferred or working toward, such as • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), • Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB), or • Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) Special Knowledge/Skills: • Ability to effectively utilize computers and software including Microsoft Office Suite and other software required by the division • Ability to organize, prioritize, meet established deadlines and handle multiple tasks • Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) using proper English grammar • Ability to speak in public preferred Experience: • Five years public or private sector purchasing experience • Experience with cooperative contracting preferred • Background in one of several areas of expertise such as construction, engineering, materials, furnishings, finishes, HVAC, and/or building envelopes preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: • Manage cooperative contracts. • Act as a point of contact for CP with vendors (and members – as necessary). • Make or assist with public presentations at CP trainings, seminars, tradeshows, and conferences. • Conduct detailed interviews of potential vendors and industry leaders as well as end users (members) to ascertain state of the art product standards and best methods. • Make or assist with post-award orientation meetings for CP awarded vendors to establish lines of communication. • Work with vendors to develop marketing plans. • Act as a liaison between members and vendors to resolve issues as necessary. • Learn and become proficient in the software used in the division. • Update division software/database with program, member and vendor information. • Develop specifications for new contracts and scope of work used in solicitation documents. • Assist with public bid openings. • Coordinate with CP Client Services Manager to monitor vendor performance. • Work with CP Contracts Coordinator on timely renewal of annual contracts. • Coordinate with other contract staff to resolve complex contracting issues. • Maintain confidentiality. • Maintain excellent public relations with all parties. • Be familiar with and assist with duties assigned to other CP staff, as necessary or assigned • Maintain excellent public relations with all parties. • Be familiar with and assist with duties assigned to other CP staff, as necessary or assigned by Director or Assistant Director. • Maintain a positive attitude and a neat and professional appearance that exemplifies confidence and professionalism. • Perform other duties as assigned.