ABOUT NORTHSIDE CENTER
Northside Center is known for our wonderful work culture and our expert teams of educators and clinicians. Most importantly, look forward to joining us in achieving our mission to provide children and families with the support they need to overcome adversity and thrive. Ensuring that our high-quality outcome-driven behavioral, mental health and education services propel struggling children forward, away from the ill effects of poverty and racism, toward a future limited only by the scope of their dreams.
OBJECTIVES:
The Manager, Operations | Procurement is responsible for overseeing the procurement processes within the organization, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and standards.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversee procurement operations and manage the procurement team, ensuring efficient workflow, successful outcomes, and timely implementation of tasks
2. Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the organization’s objectives
3. Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulations
4. Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement
5. Manage supplier relationships to ensure compliance with contracts and resolve any issues
6. Conduct regular evaluations of supplier performance and maintain a database of approved vendors
7. Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure the best possible prices and agreements
8. Oversee the procurement process from the initiation of a purchase request to the final receipt and approval of goods
9. Coordinate with internal departments to forecast needs and specifications
10. Manage the procurement budget and prepare cost analyses and reports
11. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry market trends and developments
SPECIFIC SKILLS:
? Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and negotiate effectively with various departments within the organization, ensuring smooth procurement processes
? Strong writing, relationship development, interpersonal, and presentation skills to effectively manage supplier relationships and communicate procurement strategies
? Critical thinker with strong analytical and detail-oriented abilities to develop and implement effective procurement strategies
? Creative, strategic, and results-oriented to drive cost-effective acquisition of goods and services
? Team player who is flexible and agile, capable of working in a complex, fast-paced environment and managing multiple supplier relationships and procurement projects under tight deadlines
CORE COMPETENCIES:
? Excellent work ethic
? Strong organizational and time management skills
? Effective communication and collaboration abilities
? Commitment to working in a mission-driven organization
? Demonstrated personal ethics and values
? Cross-team collaboration and cooperation
? Team player who works well with a diverse group of people
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, business logistics, supply chain management, or related field, preferred
- Professional certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) are preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, with progressive responsibility
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical, decision-making, and management skills
- Proven experience in managing others, office management, administrative support, or a similar role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Experience in a non-profit environment is a plus
- Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team and adapt to dynamic environments.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to achieving operational efficiency.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
