PURCHASING COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) - 3.1 Buffalo, NY Job Details Full-time From $22.80 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Business Management Bachelor's degree Supply chain management Business Accounting Full Job Description

• Participates in the development of goals, policies, and procedures of the Procurement Department.
• Upon request of user, or upon receipt of requisition, identifies sources (including alternate sources, MWBE's and SDVOB's), obtains prices and other information regarding the materials or services required.
• Obtains quotations and bids as required.
• Maintains and updates supplier database.
• Maintains online MWBE utilization plans.
• Processes requisitions and purchase orders.
• Expedites orders upon request.
• Follows up on requisitions.
• Sets MWBE and SDVOB Participation Goals.
• Takes a proactive approach to maintaining a high level of service to internal and external customers.
• Identifies opportunities for cost reductions and elimination of non-value added activities
• Serves as back-up to department staff when needed.
• Updates departmental Bid Log.
• Solicits

MWBE/SDVOB

participation by consulting the NYS Contract System and notifying registered MWBE's/SDVOB's of impending procurements.

• Trains suppliers on how to input data into the ESD NYS Contract System.
• Inputs data in ESD NYS Contract System, follows up on payments, sub-contractor payments.
• Manages the Procurement Compliance email box.
• Prepares and submits reports that are periodically required by the MWBE and SDVOB programs.
• Obtains

MWBE/SDVOB

waivers/exclusions.

• Maintains exclusion spreadsheet.
• Attends webinars, conference calls, and outreach conferences.
• Tracks trade show flyers and assures that the content is accurate.
• Performs additional duties and tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Accounting, or Public Administration.
• One (1) to Two (2) years of purchasing, supply chain, or similar experience.

The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Pay:

From $22.80 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person