Full Job Description: Purchasing Manager

Grade: Business Grade 9 | BG-9

Tulsa Public Schools' existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

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Position Summary: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement
of goods and services necessary for the daily operations of the district. This role involves
managing purchasing activities, negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws
and regulations, and working closely with various departments to meet their needs efficiently
and cost-effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or
a related field
• Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., Certified Professional Public Buyer
(CPPB), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO)) is preferred
Experience:
• Five (5) years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management,
preferably in an educational or public sector setting. Experience managing large-scale
purchasing operations is highly desirable.
Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:
• Public Purchasing certification preferred; NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

About Our District: At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.