Director of Purchasing

Program Overview

JCCA is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, and experienced Purchasing Director to lead our procurement operations and help drive operational excellence across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building efficient systems, strong vendor partnerships, and effective purchasing strategies that support mission-driven work.

As the Purchasing Director, you will oversee the Purchasing Department and supervise the Purchasing Coordinator while managing the full procurement lifecycle-from sourcing and contract management to vendor compliance and ERP administration.

Summary of Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement & Operations

• Partner with agency leadership to identify equipment, supply, and material needs across departments
• Develop strategic purchasing solutions and identify acceptable alternatives when needed
• Prepare and process purchase orders and requisitions efficiently and accurately
• Coordinate the removal and disposal of surplus materials and equipment

ERP & Systems Management

• Maintain and optimize purchasing and ERP systems to support efficient procurement operations
• Ensure accurate vendor records, purchasing data, and workflow processes
• Utilize ERP tools to improve reporting, tracking, and operational efficiency
• NetSuite experience is highly preferred

Contracting & Vendor Management

• Evaluate and approve bid specifications and award recommendations
• Draft and implement purchasing policies, procedures, and contract management standards
• Lead vendor onboarding and ensure vendors are properly vetted and documented
• Conduct sanction screening against state and federal databases to ensure compliance
• Monitor vendor performance and compliance with contract terms and agency standards
• Serve as the agency representative during vendor and supplier negotiations
• Resolve vendor and contractor concerns professionally and effectively

Leadership & Financial Oversight

• Supervise and support the Purchasing Coordinator through coaching, performance management, and development
• Manage departmental priorities and workflows to meet organizational deadlines
• Administer the department budget and support fiscal responsibility initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field required
• Minimum of 5 years of professional purchasing or procurement experience
• Proven experience working within an ERP environment required
• NetSuite experience strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional negotiation and vendor management skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Salary: $115K - $120K