Purchasing Agent (60849) - 286075-4596

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: you a detailed oriented individual with procurement experience,looking for an exciting opportunity to use your skillsets while making areal impact on the lives of young individuals seeking education andcareer development? Join our mission here at the Phoenix Job CorpsCenter as a Purchasing Agent.As Purchasing Agent,you are responsible for the purchasing function for all Center needs.You are responsible for all procurement activities for the Center toensure that Center staff requests for goods and services are promptlyand satisfactorily fulfilled and procurements are conducted incompliance with Company and Government policies and procedures.About Phoenix Job Corps CenterThe Phoenix Job Corps Center provides students with the opportunity toearn their High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED), and hands-ontraining in the following areas: Certified Nurse Assistant, ClinicalMedical Assistant, Medical Administration Assistant, Patient CareTechnician, Plumbing, Painting, Security and Protective Services, HVAC,Landscaping, Electrical, and Building Construction Technology.About Adams and AssociatesAdams and Associates is a 100% employee-owned company that isservice-focused and outcome-driven. We began as a small business formedin 1990 with the sole mission of operating at-risk youth and children'sprograms for local, state, and federal governmental agencies. Today, weare one of the largest workforce providers involved in the federal JobCorps programAdams and Associates employs more than 2,000 staff members across theUnited States. Each year we provide academic, vocational training, andplacement services to approximately 9,000 young people from ages 16 to24 primarily in a residential setting. Our academic and career technicaltraining programs are accredited and lead to nationalindustry-recognized credentials.Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures nomanipulation of student data.Manages the Center purchasing/procurement function through planning,budget control and appropriate staff training.Procures goods and services for the Center in accordance with Companypurchasing policies and procedures.Selects services and vendors through competitive pricing, service andquality guidelines in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation andCompany policies and SOPs.May provide direct supervision to purchasing staff.Assists the Administration Director in budget preparation and control.Prepares purchase order contracts, subcontracts, lease/rental agreementsand consultant contracts for services, equipment, repairs and rehabprojects, preparation, distribution and maintenance of all PRL.Develops and maintains a qualified vendor list with appropriateidentification of small, large, Veteran, Minority and/or Femalesuppliers.Utilizes the federal supply schedules as needed.Monitors vendor adherence to quality standards, prescribed deliveryschedules and contract terms. Assures required vendor performanceevaluation for determination of continued goods and/or services.Coordinates with the Center Finance function to confirm pricinginformation.Administers the Center subcontract program to assure meeting theSubcontract Plan goals.Administers the construction, rehabilitation and maintenancesubcontracts per Federal and Company plies with all provisions of the Center contract and Company SOPs asrelated to the Purchasing/Procurement function.Participates in weekly Triangle Meeting which involves Finance, Propertyand Purchasing, to ensure prompt correction of vendor issues.Maintains required logs, computer database and prepares and submitsrequired Company and Government reports.Leads idding process (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, Sole Source, Sealed Bid, etc.)from cradle to grave.Practices superior customer service and communication, including timelyfeedback on purchase requests.Fills staff vacancies in a timely manner. Effectively motivates,empowers and requires staff to perform his/her job responsibilities.Employs sound time-management and delegation skills. Holds staffaccountable for producing quality work, develops staff for careerprogression and disciplines staff that fail to meet goals.Provides required/supplemental training for new and current employees.Motivates and manages staff to work effectively, creates a supportivework environment, recognizes staff accomplishments and proactivelyaddresses staff performance concerns.Develops Center-beneficial linkages within the community to enhance andpromote local procurement activity. Promotes a positive image of theCenter and Job Corps and establishes meaningful relationships with thelocal business community.Mentors, monitors and models the Career Success Standards as required bythe PRH.Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable fortheir actions and behavior.

Created: 2026-02-09