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Senior Purchasing Coordinator (DOH/ITSD #10750)

Salary

 

$26.57 - $39.86 Hourly

$55,273 - $82,909 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C7

Posting Details

 
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

 
The Senior Purchasing Coordinator is part of Administrative Support Team for the Information Technology Services Division (ITSD).  This position provides specialized contract management support services in the preparation, negotiation, and/or review of professional and technical services contracts.  Performs the full range of duties involved in the procurement or contract process and direct operations within the ITSD.  Provide assistance to ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and other regulatory guidelines that impact business operations. This position is responsible for duties focused on, fiscal information, procurement, and budget review. The position is responsible for creating purchase orders, vouchers and journal entries.

How does it get done?

 
This position will process complex purchase request utilizing multiple funding sources and federal grants.; analyze purchase requests and available budget; Audit contracts, rout for approval, create supporting documentation; track purchases, process invoices and create journal entries; Generate budget reports, review budget and accounting reports; Process travel requests/vehicle fleet; Attend regular staff meetings, respond to emails and phone calls.

Who are the customers?

 
This position supports all of the Department of Health, with some inter-agency collaborations as well.

Ideal Candidate

 
Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. 
Excellent Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel skills.
Familiarity with State of New Mexico Procurement Processes.
Familiarity with State of New Mexico financial management system (SHARE).

Minimum Qualification

 
Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting and Finance and one (1) year of experience in accounting, finance, purchasing, procurement, and/or warehouse clerking. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions

 
Work is performed in an office setting, with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive computer and telephone usage. Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Sandra Riggs, (505) 551-2023, Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Date Posted
12/26/2025
Job Reference
160229
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Category
Operations
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