Purchasing Supervisor

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The Purchasing Supervisor oversees purchasing operations that support the financial, administrative, logistical, and facility functions of the NC State Laboratory of Public Health. The position supervises procurement activities for laboratory equipment, scientific supplies, and other goods and services required for laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to state procurement policies and established procedures. The Purchasing Supervisor reviews and processes purchase requisitions, compares pricing and quotes through approved systems, and provides staff with accurate guidance on purchasing requirements. This role works closely with purchasing and accounting units to support accurate documentation, timely payment, and consistent implementation of purchasing practices. Work is performed under general supervision and contributes to efficient and compliant procurement functions within a high‑volume operational environment. Key Duties Include: - Supervise purchasing operations for laboratory equipment, scientific supplies, and operational materials. - Review and process purchase requisitions for accuracy, completeness, and proper routing through approved procurement methods. - Compare pricing and quotes using NC e‑Procurement and NC State Term Contracts to support compliant purchasing decisions. - Track purchases and provide updates to staff and contract or business owners regarding requisition status. - Develop purchase‑of‑service contracts in the DHHS Open Window application. - Coordinate with the SLPH Accounting Unit to ensure timely and accurate payment for goods and services. - Provide technical assistance to staff on purchasing procedures and consult with internal partners on procurement and contract policy changes. - Develop and implement unit policies and procedures governing purchasing operations. - Train purchasing staff and ensure competency in SLPH‑specific purchasing requirements. - Carry out personnel activities including selection, appointment, promotion, dismissal, and oversight of work quality and productivity. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range: $45,431.00 - $79,504.00 Recruitment Range: $45,431.00 - $64,000.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Demonstrated expert‑level proficiency using NC e‑Procurement to obtain and compare pricing and quotes for scientific supplies, laboratory equipment, and operational materials. Documented success reviewing and processing high‑volume purchase requisitions with consistent accuracy and adherence to established procurement requirements. Proven experience developing purchase‑of‑service contracts in the DHHS Open Window application to support compliant and timely purchasing operations. Managed intermediate‑level financial coordination workflows with accounting units to support timely and accurate payment for goods and services. Demonstrated effectiveness training staff in unit‑specific purchasing procedures and applying procurement policies to maintain compliant and standardized purchasing practices. REPOST - Previous Applicants DO NOT Need To Reapply To Be Considered For This Vacancy The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This Position Is Eligible For A Hybrid Work Option About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH): The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state. About the North Carolina State Laboratory of Public Health (NCSLPH): The State Laboratory of Public Health (SLPH), we provide medical and environmental laboratory services such as testing, consultation, and training, to public and private health provider organizations responsible for the promotion, protection, and assurance of the health of North Carolina citizens. SLPH serves the entire state as a reference laboratory for difficult, u

Benefits

Additional Information

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Public Health Job Classification Title Administrative Officer I (S) Position Number 60041227 Grade NC11

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at nc? Share your experience