FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Oversee the procurement process ensuring cost-effective sourcing of goods and services. Accomplish the Purchasing Department objectives by planning, organizing and directing in order to operate and maintain departmental activities and services. Ensure Tribal procurement programs are maintained in accordance with established laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Achieve financial objectives by preparing and administering annual program budgets, presenting, and justifying budget recommendation to appropriate personnel.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations
- Oversee all procurement activities including sourcing bidding, negotiating, and contracting for goods, services, and equipment.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the Oneida Nation’s overall goals and objectives and enhance efficiency and compliance.
- Manage relationships with suppliers and ensure supplier performance.
- Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
- Identify and implement cost-savings measures, ensuring Oneida Nation receives the best value for its money.
- Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Monitor and report on procurement performance, tracking key performance indicators.
- Work with other departments to ensure procurement needs are met and aligned with business requirements.
- Analyze procurement data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high quality and service standards.
- Lead and mentor a team of purchasing professionals fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Establish, implement, and monitor procurement process training.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to enhance procurement process.
- The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position
Skills:
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
- Knowledge of tribal, federal, and state accounting, purchasing, and auditing policies and procedures
- Knowledge of statistical compilation and analyses
- Problem solving, human relations, and time management
- Knowledge of corporate and/or governmental management, system analysis, operations, finance, and accounting
- Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
- Knowledge of procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Knowledge of grant management and purchasing requirements.
- Skill in negotiation, contract management, and vendor evaluation skills.
- Ability to effectively manage staff including hiring, scheduling, assigning work, and reviewing performance.
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Essential:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business
- A Combination of Experience and Education May Be Considered
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Credentials:
- Driver's License Personal & Tribal Vehicle
- Insurance Required
- Driver Safety Training
- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
- Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
- Certified Professional Buyer (CPPB)
- Six Sigma
- Lean process
Working conditions:
- Walk frequently
- Sit frequently
- Use hands and arms frequently
- Handle frequently
- Feel frequently
- Reach with hands and arms
- Talk frequently
- Hear frequently
- Stand occasionally
- Bend/stoop occasionally
- Kneel occasionally
- Crouch Occasionally
- Crawl occasionally
- Lift 25 pounds occasionally
- Move up to 25 pounds occasionally
- Work extended hours
- Work various schedules
- Must be an enrolled member of the Oneida Nation
Experience:
- Three (3) years Buying, Sourcing, and/or Purchasing
- Five (5) years Management
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
