Purchasing Agent

DIVISION OF PERSONNEL

JOB POSTING

March 3, 2026

DEPARTMENT/ DIVISION: PURCHASING

TITLE: Purchasing Agent

STATUS: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

DUE: Open until filled

This is to advise that the position Purchasing Agent is now available in the Purchasing Division. The Job Description and Qualifications are as follows:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business related area preferred Minimum of (4) year’s related experience preferred

Certification as a QPA (Qualified Purchasing Agent)

Experience writing bid specifications Knowledge of Local Public Contract Law Experience managing staff preferred Note:

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer an undue hardship, such person may not be eligible.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Management of the Purchasing Division, inclusive of all purchasing functions and staff Effectively writes bid specifications

Researches potential bids and conducts bid research meetings with vendors

Overseeing public advertising, receiving bids and requests for proposals for goods and services

Evaluates bids

Awards contracts pursuant to NJ purchasing laws and regulations

Works with other departments to guide and ensure compliance with NJ purchasing process, laws and Township policies

Assists with establishing and developing accepted purchasing methods and records in accordance with prescribed laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures

Develops and implements a centralized purchasing system including all necessary procedures, forms, and files

Assigns, supervises, and reviews work of subordinates

Prepares temporary and final appropriation budgets and transfers

Confidential Position. Hours: 35 hours per week.

Salary Range: $85,000.00 -$105,000.00

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person