Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · 5 hours ago
Purchasing Card Coordinator and Buyer
St Paul, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$23.98/hr - $34.69/hr
2+ years expThe Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Purchasing Card Coordinator and Buyer to manage the DNR Purchasing Card Program and oversee procurement activities. The role involves training card users, evaluating purchasing requests, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies while developing specifications for statewide contracts.
Environmental ConsultingGovernmentNatural ResourcesNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Train authorized card users so that cards are properly used to ensure they comply with Department of Administrations and DNR Policies. Provide direct guidance regarding contracts, provisions, and guidelines, lost/missing receipts, stolen cards and split purchases
Evaluate new card requests to determine appropriate purchasing limits. Create account(s) and account access so that card requests and changes may be managed and monitored
Evaluate and verify the application information and signatures; verify applicants purchasing authority, default funding, and confirm necessary training
Provide expertise in restricted purchasing of materials, equipment, IT related equipment, silkscreen signs, and safety equipment and specification development
To develop and manage all phases of the acquisition process in the most professional, effective and efficient manner while considering quality, economic, societal and environmental issues, so that the DNR achieves the highest value for its acquisitions
Assist with and manage the general administration of the procurement program to ensure the operational policies, procedures and standards are provided to and understood by all DNR staff
Perform other duties as directed by supervisor and are performed according to established policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years of advanced technical procurement or accounting experience in a business or purchasing office environment
A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience
Experience with an integrated accounting/procurement system sufficient to plan, develop, implement, and coordinate all phases of procurement purchasing commodities
Experience with informal and formal competitive bidding to include creation of solicitation specifications, contract administration, and policy interpretation in a public sector or corporate setting
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports; locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems
Knowledge of the principles and practices of marketing, governmental purchasing, supply work, and of modern large-scale methods and procedures involving bidding, specifications, and complex administrative controls with the ability to read, comprehend and apply knowledge of laws, state statutes and policies, ordinances, rule, regulations, and procedures governing procurement
Proficient in Microsoft Office with a demonstrated competency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Human relations and communications skills sufficient to establish and maintain a positive relationship with the vendor community and to communicate procurement laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Organizational skills sufficient to determine priorities and ensure timely
Ability to read, analyze and interpret procurement terms and conditions, bid results, contract forms and legal documents related to contract and bid administration, such as bonding and insurance
Preferred
Experience working in a public environment, under tight deadlines, with minimal supervision
Experience with administering a state or equivalent purchasing card program
Experience with developing and providing training to employees on the purchasing and purchasing card process, procedures, and policies
Governmental purchasing experience including knowledge and application of procurement laws and policies
Experience with large construction, commodity, or general services procurement
Ability to function effectively in high pressure situations and deliver superior customer service, both internally and externally
Ability to utilize critical thinking skills and analyze complex information and issues
Experience with State-Wide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT)
Office of State Procurement Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) certification at the $25,000 level
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Company
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is a government agency that offers natural resource management and environmental protection.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mary Robison
Chief Financial Officer
Arielle Courtney
Partnership Development Consultant
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