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Purchasing Specialist

New York City Housing Development Corporation, New York, NY, United States


Area of Talent:

Purchasing/Affordable Housing

Position Type:

Full Time/Exempt

Salary Range:

$80,000 to $90,000

Location:

NYC/Financial District

Position Summary The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services to support operational and project requirements. This role manages purchase order tracking, inventory control and goods and equipment reconciliation. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams. The Purchasing Specialist will report to the Chief of Office & Facilities Management.

Responsibilities

Lead vendor negotiations to obtain optimal pricing, cost savings, and value for the organization.

Develop new supply sources where vendors are inadequate.

Track the purchases to meet schedules. Expedite orders as needed.

Receive and ensure proper goods and equipment arrival and trace delinquent arrivals of purchase orders.

Generate detailed purchase orders with procurement software and send them to vendors.

Maintain records of goods and equipment ordered, received and issued.

Resolve discrepancies, manage returns, obtain credits and refunds in a timely manner.

Manage stockroom, maintain inventory of office supplies.

Reconcile Packing Lists, Purchase Orders and Vendor Invoices.

Check and provide feedback to vendors regarding any damaged items.

Assist with all key areas of IT procurement, including hardware, software, infrastructure and networking equipment, telecommunication services, and outsourced technology services.

Assist IT with annual software license, support and maintenance renewals to ensure that they are successfully renewed prior to expiration. This often includes conducting a competitive bid process with multiple vendors.

Coordinate with IT, Finance, and other departments to forecast purchasing needs.

Provide sourcing support including contract negotiation support, pricing and financial analysis, contract administration, and competitive bidding activities.

Obtain a deep understanding of the HDC Procurement Guidelines and follow the guidelines appropriately.

Use New York State Office of General Services contracts and other pre‑established government contracts that can be leveraged for cooperative purchasing.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field

3 to 5 years purchasing experience in related industry. Familiarity with IT technology.

A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience that is equivalent to the above.

Strong knowledge of government contracting policies and procedures is a plus, including use of competitive bidding, RFQs, RFPs, cooperative purchasing and sole source procurement methods

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies, processes and procedures.

Knowledge of inventory control policies and procedures.

Extensive knowledge and ability to negotiate best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.

Proficient with computer skills, QuickBooks, MS Word and Excel.

Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts.

It is strongly preferred that you submit a cover letter with your resume. You may also fax your resume and cover letter to (212)227-6816.

Benefits

Health Benefits at a reasonable cost

Dental and Vision Benefitsat no cost

Retirement savings plan with a generous matchandapension plan

Paid holiday, vacation, sick timeand parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgivenessfor eligible employees

Wellness reimbursement

Back-up Caregiver Benefit

HDC is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

HDC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, HDC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please complete the reasonable accommodations section on the application or contact Human Resources by emailing jobs@NYCHDC.com.

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