DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING
Young World Physical Education, Odessa, TX, United States
DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING
Ector County Independent School District Purchasing - Odessa, Texas Open in Google Maps
This job is also posted in Ector County ISD
Job Details Job ID:
5620212
Application Deadline:
Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description Job Title: Director of Purchasing Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to:
Chief Financial Officer
Pay Grade:
Admin Pay 7
Dept. /School:
Finance Division
Days:
227
Supervises:
Contract and Purchasing Coordinator, Buyer/P-card Administrator, Buyer/Clerk, and Business Operations Warehouse Supervisor.
Primary Purpose Direct and manage the purchasing activities of the district. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations governing school district purchases of goods and services.
Qualifications Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree business (preferred Finance or Accounting)
TASBO Certification (preferred)
Certified Texas Contract Developer (preferred)
Special Knowledge Skills:
Knowledge of competitive bidding processes, purchasing procedures, and applicable federal, state and local laws
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles
Proficiency skills in keyboarding and file maintenance
Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner
Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and word documents
Ability to supervise personnel
Strong and effective communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
5 years professional-level purchasing experience (school district preferred)
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Oversee purchase of materials and equipment for the district by competitive bids, competitive sealed proposals, request for proposals, purchasing cooperative purchases, informal quotations and negotiations following established district criteria in compliance with state purchasing rules.
Oversee preparation of all bidding documents, including legal notices and instructions to bidders, specifications, form of proposal and use of the eBid system.
Receive formal bids and make recommendations for the awarding of contracts to Chief Financial Officer for school board approval.
Obtain and evaluate comparative pricing and quotations. Make purchasing decisions based on information obtained.
Develop and maintain vendor and bidder lists and approve additions.
Approve purchase orders and monitor all purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy of information, calculations, and budget coding.
Maintain vendor and purchasing records in financial database.
Administer contracts and handle adjustments with suppliers, including replacement of material not conforming to specifications, cancellation of orders, and receipt of proper credit.
Work cooperatively with district personnel to determine specific requirements and assist in locating necessary goods and services.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable procurement records.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of purchasing and business operations warehouse staff.
Working Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel. May work prolonged or irregular hours.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$90,986 to $128,260 Per Year
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Carole Campbell , Executive Director of Human Resources
HUMAN RESOURCES
Phone: 432-456-1007
Email: carole.campbell@ectorcountyisd.org
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This job is also posted in Ector County ISD
Job Details Job ID:
5620212
Application Deadline:
Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description Job Title: Director of Purchasing Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to:
Chief Financial Officer
Pay Grade:
Admin Pay 7
Dept. /School:
Finance Division
Days:
227
Supervises:
Contract and Purchasing Coordinator, Buyer/P-card Administrator, Buyer/Clerk, and Business Operations Warehouse Supervisor.
Primary Purpose Direct and manage the purchasing activities of the district. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations governing school district purchases of goods and services.
Qualifications Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree business (preferred Finance or Accounting)
TASBO Certification (preferred)
Certified Texas Contract Developer (preferred)
Special Knowledge Skills:
Knowledge of competitive bidding processes, purchasing procedures, and applicable federal, state and local laws
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles
Proficiency skills in keyboarding and file maintenance
Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner
Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and word documents
Ability to supervise personnel
Strong and effective communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
5 years professional-level purchasing experience (school district preferred)
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Oversee purchase of materials and equipment for the district by competitive bids, competitive sealed proposals, request for proposals, purchasing cooperative purchases, informal quotations and negotiations following established district criteria in compliance with state purchasing rules.
Oversee preparation of all bidding documents, including legal notices and instructions to bidders, specifications, form of proposal and use of the eBid system.
Receive formal bids and make recommendations for the awarding of contracts to Chief Financial Officer for school board approval.
Obtain and evaluate comparative pricing and quotations. Make purchasing decisions based on information obtained.
Develop and maintain vendor and bidder lists and approve additions.
Approve purchase orders and monitor all purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy of information, calculations, and budget coding.
Maintain vendor and purchasing records in financial database.
Administer contracts and handle adjustments with suppliers, including replacement of material not conforming to specifications, cancellation of orders, and receipt of proper credit.
Work cooperatively with district personnel to determine specific requirements and assist in locating necessary goods and services.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable procurement records.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of purchasing and business operations warehouse staff.
Working Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel. May work prolonged or irregular hours.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$90,986 to $128,260 Per Year
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Carole Campbell , Executive Director of Human Resources
HUMAN RESOURCES
Phone: 432-456-1007
Email: carole.campbell@ectorcountyisd.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr