Procurement & Inventory Supervisor

With over seventeen clinical services staffed by board certified specialists, many of whom are not only nationally but also internationally renowned, the NC State Veterinary Hospital is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 30,000 patients are treated in the Veterinary Hospital. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty health care, and expert clinical instruction for 4th-year veterinary students from CVM, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.

The Procurement & Inventory Supervisor ensures the smooth operation of our hospital's supply chain, directly impacting the quality of care we provide to our animal patients. As the Procurement & Inventory Supervisor, you will be responsible for developing and administering purchasing, inventory management, and driving cost-saving initiatives through contracting policies and procedures for the hospital. With the hospital's continuous growth, there are ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement within our organization.

Key responsibilities include three functional areas, people engagement, procedural oversight and development and strategic planning. The list below outlines a few of these responsibilities but is not exhaustive.

If you have a knack for managing procurement processes and a passion for veterinary care, this role is for you. You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition ( https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of supervisory experience in the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Procurement Expertise: Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and procedures for procurement; experience in the use and functionality of procurement software; demonstrated experience recognizing and articulating risks, options, and ramifications of solicitations and agency agreements.

Communication & Collaboration: Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills; experience working collaboratively with individuals and groups from a wide variety of backgrounds and organization levels to incorporate their ideas, adapt to their needs, and form consensus in appropriate situations.

Customer Service & Relationship Building: Experience in customer service, building strong customer relationships, and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Process Optimization & Efficiency: Ability to optimize work processes to ensure that the work gets done effectively and efficiently; ability to take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

A valid NC driver's license must be obtained within 60 days of start date and must be maintained throughout employment.

Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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