The Director, Purchasing reports to the Associate Superintendent or designee to manage the central purchasing function of the District, including contract preparation, review and administration; to develop and implement District-wide purchasing policies and procedures; to oversee the operation of the District warehouse, mail service, duplicating services, courier and the personal property control system; and to perform other job-related duties as required. 

Essential Functions: Depending on the assignment, duties may include but are not limited to the following: Procure by formal or informal bidding procedures in accordance with California law for K through12 Districts, equipment, supply services and other commodities and services • Coordinate with appropriate personnel in finalizing the preparation of requests, proposals and bids • Review requisitions and personally conduct or assure inquiries to establish the best sources of supply • Prepare formal bid packages; determine pre-qualified bidders; analyzes bids, evaluate bidders according to financial capacity, bond ability, past performance and other related factors and recommends award of contracts • Manage contracts after contract award • Interview sales representatives and vendors regarding commodities, services and a variety of matters relating to purchasing operations • Prepare technical legal resolutions, general conditions and specifications for furniture, equipment, public works materials and supplies and services purchased or leased by the District • Maintain and supervise a personal property control system, including inventory, control and disposal of personal property • Prepare periodic and special reports; prepares items and resolutions for Board approval • Manage budget, inventory and distribution of adopted curriculum  • Compose correspondence, maintains files and prepares reports related to purchasing activities • Implement and occasionally adjusts an on-going training program • Supervise the District’s duplicating services, district warehouse, mail and courier services 

Successful Experience in: Purchasing and warehousing principles and practices • Supplies, materials and equipment commonly used in a K through 12 school district • Source of supplies, commodity markets, marketing practices, commodity pricing methods and discounts • Standard business and statistical applications related to the position • Computer applications related to the position • Principles of supervision and training 

Ability to: Analyze, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations affecting school district purchasing operations • Administer contracts • Prepare clear specifications in accordance with established procedures and format • Prepare written reports, correspondence, resolutions and other written materials • Coordinate multiple projects and work to critical deadlines • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work • Communicate successfully to perform the duties associated with the position  

Education: Equivalent to the completion of a full four-year course of study leading to a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.

Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience in the purchasing field. A valid certificate as Certified Purchasing Manager issued by the National Association of Purchasing Managers or the California Association of Public Purchasing Officers will be accepted for up to two years of experience.

Apply on: Edjoin.org Director, Purchasing

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Salary: $141,752.76 - $171,648.13 annually; Range 16 (7 steps: maximum reached in 6 years)

If you have questions, please contact Sharon Singh at slsingh@fusdk12.net

About Fremont Unified School District

The Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) is made up of 42 schools serving preschool-12th grade with approximately 35,000 students in grades TK-12. The District Office hosts twenty-three district level departments that serve the school sites. School sites feature many facility upgrades with vibrant libraries due to the community support of the Measure E bond. With 16 National Merit Scholars in 2018 and a total of 56 California Distinguished Schools/Gold Ribbon Awards, FUSD’s mission is to provide equitable opportunities to Educate, Challenge and Inspire students of all ages, talents and ability levels, while striving to prepare each with the skills required to adapt and succeed in an ever-changing world. FUSD is located in the City of Fremont, California, a thriving international community. Residents come from countries across the globe to call Fremont home. FUSD takes pride in its diversity, community, and schools.

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