Sourcing Specialist 2, Nutrition Service

Location: Food Services Administration \n\nDepartment: \n\nArea:North \n\nContract Months:12 \n\nSalary Range: $50,000.00 \u2013 $60,000.00 \n\nAcademic Year: 26-27 \n\n## JOB SUMMARY\n\nProvides skilled assistance in the strategic sourcing, of goods, uniforms, equipment, or services for the Nutrition Services Department. Demonstrates technical procurement knowledge of a broad spectrum of commodities and services. Works as an integral member in the management of strategic sourcing events and supplier relationships. Provides strategic and innovative contributions to the sourcing process and business operations of Nutrition Services. Maintain accurate records, databases and/or documentation for reviews/audits.\n\n## MAJOR DUTIES \u0026 RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nList most important duties first \n1\\. Proactively identifies sourcing and contract value opportunities and examines existing contractual relationships within the district to identify best practices. \n2\\. Demonstrates proficiency in procurement guidelines and ensures current and continued compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies and procedures. \n3\\. Monitors supply markets, conducts market intelligence, and utilizes information obtained to develop sourcing event elements, comprehensive reports, and presentations. \n4 Maintain open lines of communication with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies\n\n5 Conducts cycle counts/inventory of items on a routine basis\n\n## MAJOR DUTIES \u0026 RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED\n\n6 Process invoices from vendors and Nutrition Services departments \n\n7 Receive, inspect and verify incoming shipments against purchase order \n\n8 Sourcing material and gathering quotes from approved vendors for items that are needed within other departments in Nutrition Services (Warehouse, Maintenance, Operations, Professional Development, Catering, Marketing, FFVP and Food Literacy)\n\n9 Performs other job-related duties as assigned.\n\n## EDUCATION\n\nBachelor\u0027s Degree preferred but not required\n\n## WORK EXPERIENCE\n\n3 to 5 years \nMinimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in contracting, supply chain management, and/or materials management. Comprehensive understanding of strategic sourcing processes and elements.\n\n## SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION\n\nMicrosoft Office \nOffice equipment (e.g., computer, copier) \nOracle System\n\n## LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nNo supervisory responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice and training to staff.\n\n## WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT\n\nWork involves the application of moderately complex procedures and tasks that are quite varied. Independent judgment is often required to select and apply the most appropriate of available resources. Ongoing supervision is provided on an \"as needed\" basis.\n\n## BUDGET AUTHORITY\n\nNo budget development activity is required.\n\n## PROBLEM SOLVING\n\nDecisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude, but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.\n\n## IMPACT OF DECISIONS\n\nDecisions have minor, small and possibly incremental impact on the department or facility. Errors are usually discovered in succeeding operations where most of the work is verified or checked and is normally confined to a single department or phase of the organizational activities resulting in brief inconvenience.\n\n## COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS\n\nCollaborate and solve problems \u2013 works with others to resolve problems, clarify or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.\n\n## CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS\n\nTakes routine or required customer actions to meet customer needs. Responds promptly and accurately to customer complaints, inquiries and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow-up. May handle escalated issues passed on from coworkers or subordinates.\n\n## WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS\n\nWork is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements. \nAbility to carry and/or lift up to 15 to 44 pounds.\n\nHouston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer. \n