Director, Purchasing and Contract Management

Please see Special Instructions for more details. DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES

1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Position Details Position Information Job Title Director, Purchasing and Contract Management Campus Ankeny Campus, IA Job Number 26-A60 Employment Date As soon as possible. Job Category Administrative/Professional Positions Application & Position Contact Information Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or jobs@dmacc.edu for information concerning the application process. Ben Voaklander at (515) 964-6375 or bjvoaklander@dmacc.edu for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed. Posting Detail Information Salary Information Starting salary: $87,542 - $95,267 The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The starting salary range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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AP Job Summary Provide management and supervision of Purchasing, Central Receiving, Mail Services and the Copy Center operations, ensuring appropriate and consistent interpretation of and compliance with the state procurement laws, regulation policies and College procedures. Provide day-to-day contract administration support and manage and administer the full life-cycle of the procurement and contracts processes. Essential Functions Manage, evaluate, negotiate and award contracts district wide including but not limited to contracts for cell phones, procurement cards, office supplies, vending, managed print, food services and bookstore. Monitor contracts and move forward with close-out, extension or renewal to minimize risk and ensure compliance. Create and maintain relationships with suppliers and serve as point of contact for matters concerning contracts. Maintain records and documentation in relation to established contracts and those in progress. Track purchasing trends related to contracts and create strategies to reduce expenses and improve efficiencies. Solve any contract related problems that arise with external and internal statekeholders. Develop and administer the operating procedures of procurement services. This includes strategic sourcing, vendor management, authorization of purchase orders, coordination of bid solicitation, sole source justification, emergency purchases, monitoring the receiving and distribution of incoming shipments and ensuring proper payment. Collaborate with departments to ensure all required goods, services and equipment required by departments are obtained in the most cost effective and timely manner. Appropriately distribute, sell or dispose of surplus equipment. Maintain working relationships with architects, designers and vendors. Procure and administer the college's cyber, property, liability and athletic insurance coverage. Notify, document and coordinate with the insurance carrier and college staff on all claims, and monitor progress of claims. Responsible for identifying and driving high-impact opportunities to improve, promote, develop, and implement procurement processes. Create and provide training to internal stakeholders to improve the College's business processes including supplier diversity, sourcing, cost reduction, compliance and other strategic goals. Develop, schedule and present training for vendor systems related to contracts including e-procurement and procurement card banking. Supervise staff, recommend personnel actions related to hiring, compensation, performance evaluations, training, leaves, discipline, grievances, works schedules and assignments, administers personnel and related policies and procedures, per the collective bargaining agreements and the EEO/AA plan. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related area. Five years experience in purchasing with at least two years of supervisory experience. Experience dealing with vendors and other outside contacts including biding and contract negotiations. Knowledge of property, liability and athletic insurance. Strong communication skills. Ability to plan, organize and manage time. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds. Knowledge of current software applications. Desired Qualifications Master's degree. CPPB/CPPO, CPP or CPM certified. Purchasing experience in an educational or governmental setting. Contract management experience.

Physical Requirements Constant:

Sit Occasional:

Lift Floor to Waist < 10 lbs Carry < 10 lbs x 100 ft Push/pull horizontal 10 lbs x 18 in Lateral Pinch Forward reach Crouch Neck Flexion, Extension & Rotation Fine Motor Coordination Hand & Foot Coordination Stand Ability to be Mobile Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and determined by the essential functions of this position. Physical Demand Category Light Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test N/A Work Schedule Monday-Friday, day hours. Posting Date 06/08/2026 Deadline for Submitting Applications 06/19/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES

1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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Nondiscrimination Statement:

Nondiscrimination Statement Nondiscrimination Statement:

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean's office, the Executive Academic Deans' office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html . ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu . Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

Telephone:

(303) 844-5695,

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(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339,

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OCR .Denver@ed.gov . Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Describe your experience managing procurement activities and ensuring compliance with purchasing laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. (Open Ended Question)
• Describe your experience managing contracts throughout the full contract lifecycle, from development and negotiations through execution and monitoring. Please include experience with any contract management software. (Open Ended Question)
• This position works with employees, vendors, and administrators across the College. Describe a situation where you had to balance the needs of multiple stakeholders while meeting procurement requirements and organizational objectives. (Open Ended Question)
• Describe your knowledge and experience administering or supporting property, liability, and athletic insurance programs. (Open Ended Question)
• How did you learn about this job opening? DMACC Employee Referral Friend/Relative Indeed.com TeachIowa.gov HigherEdJobs The Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Iowa Workforce Development DMACC Website DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email Other
• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?

Yes No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Transcripts Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter Transcript 2 Transcript 3