Procurement Officer

TITLE: Procurement Officer

REPORTS TO: Vice President for Finance

SUMMARY

The Procurement Officer serves as the College's primary procurement professional and Certified Procurement Officer (CPO), responsible for administering the College's procurement program in accordance with the New Mexico Procurement Code, applicable federal regulations, grant requirements, and College policies and procedures.

The Procurement Officer manages purchasing operations, procurement compliance, procurement planning, formal procurement processes, contract administration, procurement card oversight, procurement training, vendor relations, and related activities. The position ensures the College acquires goods and services through fair, transparent, ethical, and compliant procurement practices while promoting operational efficiency, sound internal controls, and best value.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement Administration and Compliance

• Administers the College's procurement program in accordance with the New Mexico Procurement Code, applicable federal regulations, grant requirements, and College policies and procedures.
• Reviews procurement requests, purchase requisitions, procurement card transactions, reimbursements, and other non-purchase-order expenditures to ensure proper approvals, budget availability, supporting documentation, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, College policies, and internal controls.
• Reviews and approves purchase requisitions and issues purchase orders in accordance with approved budgets, procurement requirements, and College policies.
• Determines and administers appropriate procurement methods, including competitive procurements, cooperative purchasing agreements, statewide contracts, sole source procurements, emergency procurements, and other authorized procurement methods to ensure compliance and best value for the College.
• Develops, coordinates, and administers formal solicitations including ITBs, RFPs, RFQs, and related procurement processes.
• Supports executive leadership in the preparation and presentation of procurement-related information, solicitation results, contract award recommendations, and other purchasing matters to College administration, committees, and the College Board.
• Provides procurement guidance and support to departments regarding procurement procedures, acquisition strategies, timelines, and compliance requirements.
• Serves as the College's procurement subject matter expert, Certified Procurement Officer, and designated authority for procurement administration and compliance.
• Assists with the development and administration of procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Contract Administration

• Coordinates contract development, review, execution, amendment, renewal, administration, and closeout activities.
• Maintains contract records and tracking systems.
• Coordinates contract review by General Counsel and assists departments in monitoring contractor performance, compliance, amendments, and renewal requirements.

Procurement Records, Audit Support, and Reporting

• Maintains procurement files, records, notices, approvals, and supporting documentation in accordance with legal, regulatory, grant, and records retention requirements.
• Serves as the primary procurement liaison for audits, compliance reviews, public records requests, and other regulatory inquiries.
• Prepares procurement reports and analyzes purchasing activity to identify compliance concerns, operational improvements, and purchasing trends.

Training, Customer Service, and Vendor Relations

• Provides procurement training, guidance, and support to faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Maintains vendor records and monitors vendor eligibility, registration, and required documentation in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and College procedures.
• Maintains vendor relationships and assists vendors with procurement requirements and processes.
• Provides responsive customer service while promoting ethical and compliant procurement practices.

Other Duties

• Serves on College committees, evaluation committees, and project teams as assigned.
• Assists with implementation of procurement-related initiatives and operational improvements.
• Supports special projects and institutional initiatives as assigned.
• Maintains records of College-issued cellular devices; reviews monthly cellular service invoices for accuracy, verifies account and device assignments, prepares departmental billing allocations, and monitors available funding for related expenditures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental procurement, purchasing, accounting, finance, contract administration, or a related field.
• Experience administering governmental or public-sector purchasing programs preferred.
• Experience conducting formal procurement processes and competitive solicitations preferred.
• Experience with ERP, financial management, purchasing, or procurement software systems preferred.

Certification

• Current New Mexico Certified Procurement Officer (CPO) designation preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain New Mexico Certified Procurement Officer (CPO) certification within twelve (12) months of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of

• New Mexico Procurement Code and related regulations.
• Public-sector procurement principles and practices.
• Contract administration and public contracting.
• Federal grant procurement requirements.
• Budgeting and financial management principles.
• Internal control and risk management practices.
• Procurement ethics and conflict-of-interest requirements.
• Public records retention requirements.
• Cooperative purchasing programs and statewide purchasing agreements.
• Purchasing card compliance, oversight, and internal control practices.
• Financial management, purchasing, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Ability to

• Administer procurement programs and purchasing operations.
• Conduct formal procurement processes including ITBs, RFPs, RFQs, and other competitive solicitations.
• Evaluate and utilize appropriate procurement methods, including cooperative purchasing agreements and statewide contracts.
• Interpret procurement statutes, regulations, contracts, policies, and legal documents.
• Prepare procurement determinations, recommendations, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement records.
• Analyze procurement alternatives and recommend appropriate acquisition strategies.
• Manage multiple procurements, contracts, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, vendors, contractors, consultants, attorneys, auditors, and public officials.
• Effectively communicate procurement requirements, recommendations, bid results, contract awards, and compliance matters through written reports, presentations, and public discussions.
• Assist executive leadership with the presentation of procurement-related information and respond to procurement questions from committees and the College Board.
• Exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and uphold professional ethics.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move files, records, or materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel locally for meetings, training, procurement activities, and professional development as needed.

Additional Information:

In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

To apply: Submit the NMJC application form via the NMJC website (www.nmjc.edu), a letter of application (cover letter), resume, and three references with current addresses and telephone numbers.

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