Nutrition Services Purchasing Manager

: JobID: 2821 Position Type: Nutrition Services/Nutrition Services Manager Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: District Wide Date Available: 07/24/2025 Closing Date: See Posting EFFECTIVE: 2025-2026 school year Start 7/24/25 Position Type: Non-Exempt 187 days/yr 8 hrs/day Benefits Eligible: Yes POSITION SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for managing all aspects of food and non-food purchasing duties under the supervision of the Director of Nutrition Services for multiple programs, including, but not limited to NSLP, SBP, CFP, FFVP, SFSP, LFP, and catering orders. This position includes administrative duties such as, data entry, recordkeeping, database management, reporting, budgetary management, and accounts payable. This position will also assist with any other needs of the department and be required to provide staff relief in emergency situations when understaffed. The Purchasing Manager must exercise considerable independence, good judgment and initiative in planning, purchasing, inventory control, and reporting duties. All work must be performed in accordance with USDA, CDE and district policies. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all usage reports weekly, monthly, and annually for food vendors, distributors and manufacturers as needed.
• Manage weekly short and sub list from prime food distributor, ensuring proper substitutes are provided.
• Review weekly food and non-food site orders to Prime Vendor and other approved distributors for accuracy and cost control.
• Communicate with food vendors and representatives regularly on industry updates, products (discontinued and new), regulations and product information.
• Communicate regularly with kitchen managers in regard to orders, shorts, and subs.
• Update order guides and products with accurate descriptions, nutrition information, pricing, and upload Child Nutrition statements to program software.
• Assist Director of Nutrition Services with special diets food purchasing and inventory controls.
• Participate in regular meetings with Food Purchasing Cooperative
• Manage catering requests including, but not limited to email correspondence, food purchasing, invoicing, scheduling, production and set-up/clean-up.
• Support the Director of Nutrition Services with entitlement to ensure draw down of processing pounds is used to the full extent annually through strategic purchasing.
• Ensure timely delivery of food and supplies to all sites from vendors through proper forecasting, ordering and communicating with appropriate personnel.
• Support with invoice processing for food and supply vendors.
• Ensure NOI and drawdown is accurate on invoices.
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understandings to support the system and processes.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Demonstrate patience with stakeholders when implementing new systems, policies/procedures, etc.
• Attend conferences, trainings, and other professional development to remain current on Child Nutrition Programs as available.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage purchasing for the department and oversee kitchen managers' weekly orders and inventory. BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee site orders, inventory, and food vendor pricing to ensure cost control and accurate recordkeeping. Submit timely and precise reports to vendors, as cost and funding may be impacted. The education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: High school graduate or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Food Service Management, Hospitality or related field (preferred). Three (3) years in school food service purchasing or closely related job experience preferred . English fluency will be determined through the interview process. LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS: Valid Colorado Driver's License. Current ServSafe Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire . GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds. Occasional lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds. Frequent sitting, bending, walking, and standing. Occasional stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching. Eye/hand coordination (e.g., typing, ten key). Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics. Visual concentration on equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Regular exposure to odors, moisture (wet/humid), extreme heat and cold, and moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to extreme weather, hazardous materials, and bodily fluids. Mostly clean and comfortable. REPORTS TO: Director of Nutrition Services LOCATION: Nutrition Services Administrative Offices; school kitchens as needed SALARY: Starting hourly rate is $29.69 - $33.61 per hour, based upon education and prior related experience. BENEFITS: At Englewood Schools, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered, which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services, and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle. In addition to these benefits, we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents, offering additional layers of security. For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools, please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the District's website. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. CLOSING DATE: This position will close 5 days from the posting date. If vacancy is not filled within 5 days, the vacancy will remain posted until filled. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. This is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term. In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law, Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures, please click here. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque, Director of Opportunity, Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator, 4101 S. Bannock St., Englewood, CO 80110, View phone number on us.fitly.work or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 950 17th St., Suite 300, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 825, Denver, CO 80202.