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<div><p><b>Key Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Serves as a single focal point for Manufacturing and Operations
</li><li>Develop sourcing strategies; identify and recommend potential suppliers; negotiate terms and conditions for purchases; deliver company objectives
</li><li>Coordinate and oversee/supervise day-to-day purchasing activity for the Purchasing Department, encompassing and troubleshooting issues, be they supply, supplier, plant, or personnel related
</li><li>Oversee activities of Purchasing function at the plant location ensuring most competitive pricing and most suitable suppliers are contracted while ensuring adherence to all company purchasing procedures
</li><li>Negotiate purchase contracts as necessary to ensure continuity of supply at the most competitive prices
</li><li>Manage, revise, and implement purchasing processes and projects to increase company efficiency and minimize costs by actively (1) challenging vendor pricing, (2) initiating cost savings projects, (3) assessing vendor capabilities, and (4) developing alternate sources of supply
</li><li>Develop and maintain budgetary control through (1) short-term and long-term cost forecasting, (2) variance analyses, and (3) development of corrective actions to meet financial forecasts
</li><li>Maintain purchasing documentation and all internal systems and departmental records, including records of both current and historical purchases
</li><li>Develop new and maintain good business relationships with suppliers &ndash; evaluate supplier performance on an on-going basis, implementing corrective actions, as necessary, to ensure quality, cost, and delivery objectives are achieved
</li><li>Work with QA team to develop and introduce a Vendor Scoring Card system to effectively manage supplier relationships
</li><li>Coaches, develops, and motivates employees through formal and informal processes including dialogs, skill gap analysis, and training to meet efficiency and KPI targets in order to improve departmental performance.
</li><li>Understands and promotes concept of total cost of ownership and use it in day-to-day operations
</li><li>Holds regular review meeting with site leadership teams and provides updates on the status of purchasing activity
</li><li>Understand Operations / Manufacturing needs and ensures that goals are aligned with company goals, business drivers, and functional goals
</li><li>Work as a member, leader, or facilitator of cross-functional teams or task forces, as necessary, to progress the business.
</li><li>Ensure effective, accurate, and proper channels of communications
</li><li>Maintain the highest ethical standards and assure the fair and equitable treatment of all suppliers to (1) support the NOV Values &amp; Vision and (2) provide the foundation for a competitive advantage
</li><li>Ensures that spend not covered by strategy is well managed, via market analysis, RFP/RFQ, supplier negotiation and other activities
</li><li>Contributes to the development and implementation of purchase-to-pay and strategic sourcing processes, procedures, and systems in full compliance with internal control requirements
</li><li>Maintains focus on value added activities and can identify and implement alternative, innovative, and creative solutions to drive lowest total cost of ownership. Capable of balancing cost saving opportunity with risk mitigation
</li><li>Develops strong working relationship with Category team; approaches the sourcing strategy methodology according to guidelines; conducts necessary project management activity for local site projects
</li><li>Acts as a champion of change with internal customers and staff
</li><li>At the site and global level, promotes cross-functional teams in assessing risks and developing models associated with supply and technical improvements
</li><li>Others tasks as assigned
</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
</li><li>7+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain strategy, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
</li><li>Deep knowledge of global trade policies, tariffs, and compliance requirements.
</li><li>Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; ability to translate complex data into clear business insights.
</li><li>Experience leading cross-border sourcing initiatives, including supplier transitions and manufacturing footprint optimization.
</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to influence senior leaders.
</li><li>Domestic and international travel may be required
</li></ul><p><b>Competencies:
</b></p><ul><li>Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
</li><li>Ability to anticipate global trade shifts and develop proactive strategies.
</li><li>Results-oriented, with a track record of delivering cost and risk reduction through sourcing initiatives.
</li><li>Comfortable working in a dynamic, uncertain environment with evolving regulations.</li></ul></div>

Purchasing Manager

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

<div><p>The Purchasing Manager leads and manages all procurement operations, ensuring that buyers have the necessary resources, guidance, and oversight to execute procurement processes effectively. Responsible for developing procurement strategies, driving compliance with policies, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), and continuously improving workflows to align with organizational goals. The role serves as the primary leader for procurement activities and vendor relationships, leveraging the ERP system to achieve procurement excellence while aligning with organizational objectives.
</p><p><b>What You Will Do:
</b></p><ul><li>Manage and mentor Buyers by providing training, coaching, and feedback while fostering team collaboration to improve workflows, compliance, and vendor partnerships.
</li><li>Develop and implement procurement strategies and cross-functional process improvements to standardize practices, optimize workflows using ERP data, and achieve organizational objectives and cost savings.
</li><li>Manage supplier relationships by overseeing compliance and profile accuracy, leading negotiations for critical goods and services, and resolving escalated delivery or payment conflicts.
</li><li>Ensure the Purchasing team's effective use of ERP systems, collaborating with system administrators to enhance automation features and using analytics tools to monitor procurement KPIs, supplier performance metrics, and cycle times.
</li><li>Ensure procurement compliance with policies and regulations, while monitoring and reporting KPIs and performance trends to senior management to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks.
</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across departments to address purchasing needs, resolve escalated issues, and ensure procurement objectives remain aligned with business goals.
</li><li>Standardize procurement practices across the organization by implementing best practices that enhance efficiency, compliance, and risk management.
</li></ul><p><b>What You Will Need:
</b></p><p>Education and Experience
</p><ul><li>Requires 7 years of procurement/purchasing experience, including 3+ years managing procurement teams.
</li><li>Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion Procurement System or similar ERP is required.
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
</li></ul><p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
</p><ul><li>Strong leadership and team management skills, including mentoring and performance management.
</li><li>Deep understanding of ERP procurement modules (e.g., Oracle Fusion), including Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders, Supplier Management, and Reporting.
</li><li>Knowledge of strategic sourcing principles, vendor management, and purchasing cycle workflows.
</li><li>Proficiency in analyzing procurement data, generating insights, and driving cost reductions.
</li><li>Excellent communication skills for collaborating with team members, internal stakeholders, and suppliers.
</li><li>Ability to resolve high-level procurement issues such as supplier conflicts and payment discrepancies.
</li><li>Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management skills.
</li><li>Ability to standardize and optimize procurement processes within automated systems.
</li><li>Analytical and strategic thinking to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.
</li><li>Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality &amp; Environmental Management System.
</li></ul><p><b>Reporting Relationships:
</b></p><p>The incumbent reports directly to the Director, Procurement. May have individual contributors report to them.</p></div>

Manager, Purchasing

Interior Logic Group

<div><p><b>Looking to build your career and design your future? You have come to the right place.</b></p><p></p><div><div><p><b>
Summary</b>:</p></div><div><p>
The primary responsibility of the Purchasing Associate is to organize, purchase, and track materials and supplies needed to ensure the successful completion of projects. This individual must be a strong problem solver, strong communicator, and demonstrate diligence and urgency with responses to both customers and peers.</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Essential Functions:</b></p></div><div><p><b>
Level I:</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Orders materials and supplies efficiently, along with ensuring said materials and supplies are ordered accurately and arrive in a timely manner prior to scheduled installation</p></li><li><p>
Runs, addresses, and completes Daily Reports</p></li><li><p>
Organizes and schedules material returns with suppliers, as needed</p></li><li><p>
Coordinates with vendors to determine product availability and terms of sales</p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p>
Analyzes product and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability</p></li><li><p>
Participates in the development of specifications for products or substitute materials</p></li><li><p>
Coordinates homebuyer material approvals with Design, when applicable</p></li><li><p>
Ensures samples are available for designers and customers, when applicable</p></li><li><p>
Utilizes ERP systems for placing orders, tracking, information gathering and troubleshooting</p></li><li><p>
Ensures all required daily activities are completed in a timely manner with minimal supervision</p></li><li><p>
Follows instructions and responds to management&rsquo;s direction</p></li><li><p>
Takes responsibility for own actions and keeps commitments</p></li><li><p>
Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan of action</p></li><li><p>
Commits to extended work schedules when necessary to reach goals</p></li><li><p>
Attends all required meetings and trainings</p></li><li><p>
Follows all Company policies and procedures</p></li><li><p>
All other job duties as assigned</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>
Level II:</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
All functions included in Level I</p></li><li><p>
Makes informed decisions, but escalates issues when necessary</p></li><li><p>
Handles higher volume locations</p></li><li><p>
Assists with the training of Level I employees</p></li><li><p>
All other job duties as assigned</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b><br>
Level III:</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
All functions included in Level II</p></li><li><p>
Conducts training of Level I and Level II employees</p></li><li><p>
Conducts root cause analysis</p></li><li><p>
Recommends areas of improvement</p></li><li><p>
Takes on special projects</p></li><li><p>
Acts a subject matter/material expert when handling escalated issues</p></li><li><p>
All other duties as assigned</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Skills and Qualifications:</b></p></div><div><p><b>
Level I:</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred.</p></li><li><p>
Strong written and verbal communication skills</p></li><li><p>
Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain professional working relationships with builders, vendors, subordinates, and co-workers</p></li><li><p>
Communicates effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors in a professional and courteous manner</p></li><li><p>
Proactively identifies, analyzes, addresses, and resolves problem areas, conflicts, and issues</p></li><li><p>
Exhibits sound and accurate judgment</p></li><li><p>
Explains reasoning for decisions, includes appropriate people in decision-making process, and makes timely decisions</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational skills to ensure adequate tracking systems are utilized to maintain and track all required information associated with the ordering and production process</p></li><li><p>
Working knowledge of internet, spreadsheet, and word processing software and order processing systems</p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p>
Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment</p></li></ul></div><div><p><b>
Preferred</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Minimum of one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience</p></li><li><p>
Material resource planning and/or production control experience with Systems Application Process (SAP)</p></li><li><p>
Bilingual experience preferred, but not required (English/Spanish)</p></li><li><p>
Thorough knowledge of all available products used by the Company as it relates to product installation</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>
Job Competencies</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
Basic technology skills, including MS Office Suite</p></li><li><p>
Professional level verbal and written communication skills and the ability to negotiate agreements between parties with different perspectives.</p></li><li><p>
High level of organizational skills, time management skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet deadlines</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Level II:</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
All skills and qualifications in Level I</p></li><li><p>
Minimum of two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience</p></li></ul></div><div><p><b>
Level III:</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
All skills and qualifications in Level II</p></li><li><p>
Minimum of five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><p><i><br>
If you like working with a growing close knit team and helping home owners design the home of their dreams, come build your career with us!</i></p><p></p><p>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, individual with disabilities, veteran status, gender identity or national origin.</p></div>

Purchasing Coordinator

TMEIC

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2><div><p>
</p><p><b><i>Job # </i></b>MA25140</p><p><b><i>
Job Title </i></b>Procurement Manager
</p><p><b><i>Office Location </i></b>Houston, TX preferred</p><p><b><i>
Business/Department </i></b>Logistics &amp; Procurement/Procurement</p><p><b><i>
Sales Territory, if applicable </i></b>N/A</p><p>
</p><p><b><i>General Role Description</i></b></p><p>
Develop and maintain a procurement organization to meet Mid-Range Plan (MRP) commitments within a set of capital and human resources
</p><p></p><p><b><i>Role Accountabilities</i></b></p><ul><li>Lead the supplier qualification, selection, and recertification processes to meet all criteria to deliver products, materials, and services to specification</li><li>Lead the supplier management program to ensure compliance with all Company metrics and global regulatory, product safety, ethical and regulatory compliance standards</li><li>Build and lead a team of committed and capable employees to ensure successful procurement for the Company</li><li>Develop and manage strategic sourcing relationships with key suppliers</li><li>Lead negotiation of Master Service Agreements (MSA) with key suppliers for all project and identified non-project purchases
</li><li>Develop, implement, measure, and continuously improve methods to identify, optimize, measure, and monitor operational process quality and efficiency aligning with changing organizational needs and market conditions</li><li>Ensure forecasts for future project and non-project supply demands are developed, communicated to suppliers, and fulfilled as committed</li><li>Resolve supplier quality and on-time delivery issues in collaboration with business unit</li><li>Provide global product sourcing services for parent and group companies, as requested</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b><i>General Employee Accountabilities</i></b></p><ul><li>Bring full effort to bear on tasks assigned by manager</li><li>Give manager best advice</li><li>Give earliest notice when work cannot be delivered as specified</li><li>Cooperate and collaborate with peers and interact cross-organizationally as specified by manager</li><li>Exemplify Company Core Values: Integrity, Client Focus, Team Orientation, and Personal Commitment
</li><li>Comply with all Company policies, practices, and procedures and all regulations and laws</li><li>Recommend viable improvements proactively
</li><li>Ensure effective utilization of business tools and processes</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b><i>Manager Accountabilities</i></b></p><ul><li>Build and lead a team of committed and capable employees</li><li>Plan for, appropriately assign, resource, and integrate the work of the team</li><li>Lead, expect, and implement continuous improvement</li><li>Own the output of the team</li><li>Ensure team members fulfill functional and general employee accountabilities</li><li>Exercise effective managerial leadership to include</li><li>Two-way managerial team working</li><li>Fair and just treatment of direct reports</li><li>Context setting</li><li>Planning
</li><li>Task assignment</li><li>Ongoing performance management</li><li>Coaching</li><li>Selection and orientation</li><li>De-selection and dismissal</li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2><div><p>
</p><p><b><i>Minimum Qualifications</i></b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, supply chain management, materials management, operations management or equivalent via education and/or work experience</li><li>5 years&rsquo; procurement experience</li><li>Demonstrated experience in production and/or projects-based businesses
</li><li>Demonstrated experience leading teams to achieve business goals</li><li>Demonstrated experience increasing cost and service competitiveness</li><li>Demonstrated successful skills and experience negotiating contracts and T&amp;C&rsquo;s
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to understand technical products with respect to client applications</li><li>Demonstrated material commodity knowledge
</li><li>Demonstrated successful working relationships with clients, suppliers, and other internal and external contacts</li><li>Demonstrated successful and positive personal leadership, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and communication skills</li><li>Demonstrated continuous improvement in areas of responsibility</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and an ERP system
</li><li>Availability to travel, domestically and internationally, up to 15%, sometimes, with limited notice</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b><i>Preferred Qualifications</i></b></p><ul><li>MBA or MS degree in field related to the Company&rsquo;s business</li><li>Demonstrated experience leading the corporate procurement function with multiple locations</li><li>Supply chain management experience</li><li>Inventory management experience</li><li>Freight experience</li><li>Oracle business system experience</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b>Link to TMEIC Corporation Americas website</b>: <b>https://www.tmeic.com/</b>. To be considered an applicant for any available positions, individuals must complete an online job application for each posting. A resume may be attached to the online application but is not considered a substitute for the information in the application. Applications will be considered only for the specific position for which the application is submitted.</p><p>
</p><p>EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer</p></div></div><p></p>

Procurement Manager (MA25140)

Harris County

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Description</b></h2></div><br>
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<div>Under broad supervision, the Sr Contracts Manager oversees contractual agreements for Harris County entities and supervises supporting staff. Individuals in the position will be responsible for managing the vendor contract development process through planning, negotiation, and execution. In addition, this role involves guiding and mentoring Contract Managers, ensuring performance development and compliance with daily strategies and approaches related to contracts.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Sr Contracts Manager is expected to demonstrate robust leadership, communication, negotiation, and decision-making abilities, including the ability to foster teamwork and development.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Duties and Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Contract Management: Manages a portfolio of active contracts and leads to the development, execution, and administration of vendor contracts, ensuring proper contract utilization and minimizing inefficiencies. In addition to establishing strategies, approaches, negotiations, awards, amendments, and expirations.</div></li><li><div>
Process Improvement: Identifies opportunities for improvement in contract management</div></li><li><div>
processes, procedures, and workflows. As well as recommending adjustments to commercial strategies and targets, including contract close-outs and extensions to support Harris County departments.</div></li><li><div>
Compliance and Quality Control: Ensures compliance with contracts, strategy, and process requirements.</div></li><li><div>
Leadership: Manages, leads, and guides the Contract Management team, assessing</div></li><li><div>
development needs and providing coaching to foster a high-performing team.</div></li><li><div>
Strategic Planning: Provides support to Category Managers and Sourcing Managers in</div></li><li><div>
negotiating sourced projects within a spend category for various commodities; provides</div></li><li><div>
contractual insights to support strategy development.</div></li><li><div>
Collaboration: Partners with multiple entities within Harris County, including the Purchasing and Legal departments, to manage vendor contracts and establish remediation activities for contractual breaches.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Other Duties:</b></div><ul><li><div>
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.</div></li></ul><div><b><br>
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer</b><br>
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx<br>
 If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.<br>
<b>This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Education and Experience:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in a directly related field and five (5) years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, contract negotiation and management, and vendor management</div></li></ul><div><b>
OR</b></div><ul><li><div>
Associate's degree in a directly related field and seven (7) years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, contract negotiation and management, and vendor management</div></li></ul><div><b>
OR</b></div><ul><li><div>
High School Diploma/GED and nine (9) years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, contract negotiation and management, and vendor management.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Knowledge of contract management tools, processes, and analysis.</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency in contractual structures, terminology, and negotiating.</div></li><li><div>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</div></li><li><div>
Excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution, and analytical thinking skills.</div></li><li><div>
Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</div></li><li><div>
Ability to manage a portfolio of contracts across multiple stakeholders.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to establish strong relationships with Departments and vendors to achieve best outcomes.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to lead a high-performing team.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
NOTE</b><b>:</b> Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but<b> ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. &quot;See Resume&quot;</b><b> will not be accepted for qualifications.</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferences</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li><div>Procurement experience is preferred.</div></li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:</b></div><ul><li><div>
This is a full-time position with the typical work hours of: Monday - Friday from 8am-5PM.</div></li><li><div>
Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required based on the specific needs and demands of the department.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Location:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Harris County Purchasing Office Building - 1111 Fannin St 12th Floor Houston, TX 77002</div></li></ul><div><b>
Compensation:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Annual Salary Range: DOE</div></li></ul><div><b>
Work Environment and Physical Demands:</b></div><ul><li><div>
This position is based in an office environment, where the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, and filing cabinets is routine.</div></li><li><div>
The physical demands associated with this job are minimal, with occasional lifting and moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds.</div></li><li><div>
The role is predominantly sedentary, involving mainly sitting with occasional standing and walking.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Reporting Relationships:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Reports To Position: Director, Sourcing and Contract</div></li><li><div>
Supervises Positions: Contract Managers</div></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.</b><br>
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<b>Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.</b></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS</b></div><div>Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.</div><div></div><br>
<div>The following benefits are offered <b>only</b> to Harris County employees in <b>regular</b><b> </b><b>(full-time)</b> positions:</div><div><br>
Health &amp; Wellness Benefits</div><ul><li>Medical Coverage</li><li>Dental Coverage</li><li>Vision Coverage</li><li>Wellness Plan</li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Healthcare Flexible Spending Account</li><li>Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account</li></ul><div>Paid Time Off (PTO)</div><ul><li>Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)</li><li>Eleven (11) County-observed holidays</li><li>One (1) floating holiday per year</li><li>Paid Parental Leave*</li><li>Sick Leave</li></ul><div>Retirement Savings Benefit</div><ul><li>457 Deferred Compensation Plan</li></ul><div></div><br>
<div>The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in <b>full-time</b> and select <b>part-time</b> positions:</div><ul><li>Professional learning &amp; development opportunities</li><li>Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) </li><li>Flexible work schedule*</li><li>METRO RideSponsor Program*</li></ul><br>
<ul><li><i>Participation may vary by County department. The </i><i>employee benefits plans of </i><i>Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health &amp; Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.</i></li></ul><div></div><br>
<div>In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.</div><div></div><br>
<div><b>For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits &amp; Wellness website:</b></div><div>www.benefitsathctx.com</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Contract Manager - Harris County Office of Purchasing Agent

University of Houston

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>495319
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Full-Time
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Dean, Pharmacy
</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><b>Department</b>: Dean, Pharmacy <b>Salary</b>: $49,400 - 56,200
<p><b>Description</b>:</p>
<p>
Manages the administrative, financial, budgetary and human resources operations of a very complex university department.
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1. Plans and manages the department's human and financial resources to support department objectives.
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2. Provides financial accountability and ensures compliance with state, university and external funding agency guidelines; responsible for all administrative and financial affairs of the department, including personnel, procurement, travel, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting-related issues within the department.
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3. May establish the work assignments of staff and provides guidance as needed; fills vacancies, defines job duties, sets performance goals, and conducts annual performance appraisals; counsels employees and recommends disciplinary action; makes recommendations on promotions and new hires.
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4. Establishes or participates in the establishment of operational and administrative guidelines and inventory controls; enforces safety compliance rules and regulations.
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5. May advise and assist faculty in administrative planning and provide departmental support and/or administrative oversight for sponsored research awards from federal, state, foundation and/or private funding agencies.
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6. Serves as the department liaison with Central Payroll, Human Resources, Office of Sponsored Projects and other department business managers.
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7. Oversees the management and maintenance of database for all personnel and payroll records.
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8. Interprets university policies and procedures for faculty and staff.
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9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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<b>About the Role</b><br>
The Department Business Administrator supports the college&rsquo;s business operations by supervising the Finance team and overseeing key financial processes, including procurement, voucher review, accounts receivable, and purchasing support. This role requires strong attention to detail, consistent application of policy, and the ability to guide staff while keeping daily operations running smoothly.</p><div><br>
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Key Responsibilities</b><br>
<ul><li>Supervise the Finance team, including assigning tasks, providing guidance, supporting training needs, and ensuring consistent application of financial and purchasing policies.</li><li>Oversee departmental procurement processes by reviewing orders, assisting staff with purchasing questions, and ensuring compliance with university requirements.</li><li>Review and audit vouchers, SC vouchers, and PO vouchers for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation; follow up with departments to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Support accounts receivable activities, including preparing monthly billing statements, reconciling accounts, creating journals, and maintaining accurate logs.</li><li>Assist departmental staff with research purchasing needs, vendor questions, payment issues, and routine troubleshooting with Accounts Payable.</li><li>Provide guidance to departments on purchasing procedures, account coding, P-Card expectations, and required financial documentation.</li><li>Communicate with internal departments, vendors, and central offices to resolve routine issues and keep financial processes on track.</li><li>Monitor updates to purchasing and financial policies and communicate relevant changes to departmental staff.</li></ul><br>
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Experience will be considered in lieu of education.</b>
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MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience. &quot;</div>
<p>All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.</p>
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The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.</p></div></div></div></div>

Department Business Administrator 3 - Procurement & Purchasing

Sentry Equipment Corp

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Are you an A player that excels at putting things together? Come work for Sentry!</b></p><p><b>
Are you mechanically inclined? Do you love design and drawing! Come work for Sentry!</b></p><p><b>
You will love the culture you will love the people you will love your job!</b></p><p></p><div><div><div><br>
Prepare formal models, drawings and related documents of custom and standard products to communicate physical relationships, function and reliability of design. Types of drawings include detail, complex layout, and final assembly. Drawings are used for sales proposals, customer submittals and shop fabrication and assembly. Calculates complex dimensions, tolerances, and technical specifications in accordance with established practices and Code requirements. Work under minimal supervision and draw solutions from experience. Provide technical assistance to less experienced Designers.</div><p><br>
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><p>
1. Prepare drawings using Solidworks. Must be familiar with design/update of components, layouts, drawings, sketches, schematics, Code requirements, etc. Code requirements must be reviewed by Design Engineer.</p><p>
2. Prepare drawings per customer specification, job summary, Code manuals, and verbal instruction. Show dimensions, connections and other information to demonstrate suitability of design.</p><p>
3. Prepare drawings of simple electrical and/or pneumatic schematics from sketches.</p><p>
4. Check drawings for accuracy of dimension, detail and fits and tolerances.</p><p>
5. Prepare and revise drawings, bills-of-material, and write Engineering Changes.</p><p>
6. Prepare and assist with advanced order material requisitions.</p><p>
7. Verify and update shop drawing and bills-of-material returns for as-built and BOM updates.</p><p>
8. Interface with Production, Purchasing, and Manufacturing to ensure drawings optimize production and purchasing demands.</p><p>
9. All responsibilities of Designer I and other duties as assigned by supervisor.</p><p>
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:</p><p>
1. Proficiency with computers, and 3D CAD design.</p><p>
2. Drawings and documents that are consistently accurate, complete, understandable, and finished in reasonable time.</p><p>
3. Knowledge of products, materials, codes, and standards, to make correct decisions where independent judgments are needed.</p><p>
4. Meticulous attention to details to ensure: Accuracy of design, proper material selection, serviceability, reasonable cost, and completeness for manufacturing and purchasing.</p><p>
5. Thorough review of own work to reduce unnecessary rework.</p><p>
6. Willingness to request assistance as necessary to meet deadlines.</p><p>
7. Careful planning of work to make efficient use of time.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Designer II

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