Purchasing Manager - Michigan State University : Job Details

Step into a pivotal leadership role as Manager of Purchasing at the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), where you'll drive strategic procurement operations that support one of the nation's top-ranked airports. This position oversees the full scope of MAC's purchasing function—from managing solicitation processes (RFPs, RFQs, RFBs), professional service authorizations, and commercial credit card programs, to crafting and implementing policies that shape acquisition, disposal, and compliance efforts across the organization. With visibility across departments and direct influence on fiscal responsibility and operational excellence, your expertise will elevate MAC's commitment to providing exceptional airport experiences, so Minnesota thrives. If you're ready to lead with impact, collaborate with purpose, and help set a new standard in public procurement—this is your runway to soar.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or a related field
• Five years of progressively responsible government purchasing experience.
• In lieu of a degree, nine years of progressively responsible governmental purchasing experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience where the duties includedhiring, coaching, disciplining and terminating employees.
• Thorough knowledge of Minnesota's municipal contracting law, competitive bid regulations, and the Uniform Commercial Code relating to sales
• Five years of experience drafting RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs and facilitating the solicitation process
• Experience negotiating and executing formal acquisition contracts
• Ability to conduct complex research, analyze data, identify trends and impacts, and report findings
• Knowledge of a variety of source selection methods and techniques when evaluating solicitation responses
• Experience effectively arbitrating vendor disputes
• Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Basic skill level using Microsoft PowerPoint
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable vehicle to commute between job sites