Procurement Assistant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

Job Requirements

The Manager Building and Procurement manages a program to maintain buildings, grounds, minor equipment, and procurement of supplies, parts and services for the Facilities Management Department. Is responsible for the functions of maintenance operations, including but not limited to painting, landscaping, snow and ice removal, and storm preparation. Has oversight of procurement of services, contracts and supplies within the department and maintains the appropriate documentation. Assists in planning and coordinating construction and renovation projects.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, controls, directs and coordinates activities of Building Maintenance, grounds, building structural elements, inventory maintenance and supply and service procurement. Assists in construction coordination and provides input into adherence with hospital requirements for contractors, including conducting hospital safety orientation for contractor employees.
• Manages assigned Facilities staff, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and taking disciplinary or corrective action in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures. Establishes and monitors programs for staff development and career planning. Promotes positive morale and builds team spirit as required to achieve departmental goals.
• Ensures staff is knowledgeable as to applicable standards, procedures and safety requirements and that they are trained in safe work methods and maintain safe operational methods.
• Actively works with other department management to reach established goals and objectives, provide excellent customer service, and maintain a positive working environment.
• Oversees all non-capital purchasing of supplies and service contracts within the Facilities Management department.
• Ensures compliance with standards and practices of The Joint Commission, DOH, OSHA, and other external regulatory agencies.
• Provides input into the preparation of departmental operational and capital budgets and manages operations within established budget guidelines.
• Reviews and maintains Employee Productivity reports for staff and others as assigned.
• Keeps abreast of both technical and managerial advances and improvements in the field as well as changes in regulatory requirements and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from a recognized college or university preferred. Significant work experience, management experience and/or Journeyman status in a trade may be substituted for education at the discretion of management. Minimum five years related experience required; at least two years in a lead, supervisory, or management role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of building systems and the trades, including painting, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical and mechanical trades.
• Familiarity with local building codes regarding plant and maintenance operations, the Occupational Safety & Health Act, and applicable standards of The Joint Commission.
• Ability to plan, assign, supervise, and coordinate the work of a team; plan and execute preventive maintenance programs; keep records and prepare reports; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; read and interpret complex rules, regulations, plans, and specifications; and assist with the preparation of budgets and make expenditure recommendations.