{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"59c655d50893405ea7e7d64d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/59c655d50893405ea7e7d64d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/59c655d50893405ea7e7d64d","title":"Purchasing Manager","description":"Position Title: Purchasing Manager\nWork Location: Maxwell AFB, AL\nJob Type: Full-time, Contract\n\nSummary\nC² Technologies seeks a Purchasing Manager to work closely with and under the supervision of the Program Manager to ensure Air Force clients successfully acquire approved academic credentials and professional certifications in accordance with AF COOL (Air Force Credentialing Opportunity On Line Purchasing Agents) priorities and procedures.\n\nResponsibilities\nServe as Task Lead for AF COOL purchasing activities, providing technical leadership and guidance to task staff\nIdentify, load, and verify professional certifications aligned to Air Force specialties\nManage and recommend approval of licensure and certification purchases, preparatory courses, and approved study materials to the Government oversight team\nOversee and manage the AF COOL credentialing budget, ensuring compliance with scope, funding limits, and timelines\nTrack task progress and provide regular reporting to the Program Manager\nEnsure all purchasing activities are completed within scheduled timeframes consistent with AF COOL requirements\nOrganize, direct, and coordinate planning and execution of all AF COOL purchasing-related activities\nRequirements\nEducation\nBachelor’s degree required\nExperience\nMinimum of 5 years of experience leading tasks and mentoring staff\nExperience working with the Academic Institution Portal (AI Portal) and Air Force Automated Education Management System (AFAEMS), or a comparable education/personnel management system\nTools & Systems\nAFAEMS or equivalent education records management systems\nAI Portal or comparable academic credential platforms\nSkills\nStrong leadership and organizational skills\nAttention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities\nEffective communication with internal teams and government stakeholders\n\nThis is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.\nBase Salary Range: $75,000 – $95,000 / year. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and structural alignment. Individual pay is influenced by several factors, including the candidate's work location, relevant experience, skillset, and contract constraints.\nBenefits: At C2 Technologies, we support our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your overall well-being. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options; 401(k) retirement plan with company match and Paid Annual Leave (PAL), 11 paid federal holidays and other paid leave programs. We also offer employer paid life insurance, supplemental insurances for accident, critical illness and hospital care, short-term/long-term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).\nAll job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.\nC² Technologies, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. 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