Buyer, Procurement Services (474A) [235]

Cobb County School District; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District is seeking a Buyer in Procurement Services to support the purchase of goods and services in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements. The role involves developing specifications, issuing solicitations, evaluating bids, and maintaining vendor records.

The position emphasizes strong written and oral communication, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate multiple procurement processes within a public education environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred
• CPPB certification preferred but not required
• 3 years of procurement experience in issuing formal solicitations preferred; related coursework accepted

Responsibilities

• Advises and assists customers with less complex solicitations including developing specs, identifying suppliers, issuing solicitations, and evaluating responses
• Assists with complex solicitations under leadership guidance, including preparation of correspondence and tabulation of responses
• Reviews and approves purchase orders based on competition thresholds and current contracts
• Maintains Procurement Services websites and runs procurement reports in the financial system
• Registers new vendors and maintains the district vendor database
• Provides training and support on CCSD procurement procedures to staff and vendors
• Keeps knowledge current on purchasing practices through professional channels
• Performs other duties as assigned by administration

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Procurement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree preferred

Job description

JOB NUMBER: 2400135546

START DATE: 10/19/2026

OPEN DATE: 09/14/2026

CLOSING DATE: 09/21/2026

POSITION TITLE: Buyer, Procurement Services

JOB CODE: 474A

DIVISION: Operational Support

DEPARTMENT: Business Services

WORK DAYS: 235

PAY GRADE: Rank VIII (CT8)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Provide assistance in the purchase of goods and services in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policy of Cobb County School District, the State of Georgia, and the federal government.

REQUIREMENTS

• Educational Level: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred
• Certification/License Required: None; Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) preferred
• Experience: 3 years of experience in issuing formal written solicitations preferred; bookkeeping and other procurement-related responsibilities or, in lieu of experience, Associate or Bachelor Degree with classes in finance, accounting, procurement, materials management, logistics, or related fields
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skills; computer (Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, Adobe Writer), analytical and organizational skills

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Advises and assists customers (Schools and Departments) with less complex solicitations including the following tasks: Developing specifications, identifying potential suppliers, issuing solicitations, accepting and tabulating supplier responses; evaluating responses by verifying references and other pertinent information in responses; making award recommendations, assimilating, completing, and maintaining all pertinent information in the file related to a solicitation in compliance with District and State records retention laws and applicable statutes, policies, and regulations; distributing award notifications to user Departments and awarded suppliers; seeking renewals on awarded solicitations.
• Assists Procurement staff in the development of specifications, issuance of solicitations, and evaluation of responses for complex solicitations under the guidance of Procurement leadership including the following tasks: Preparation of correspondence to vendors, school and Department staff, maintain suppliers' list(s), notify suppliers of solicitation; assist with tabulation of responses, issue reference requests, take meeting minutes; assimilate, complete, and maintain all pertinent information in the file related to a solicitation in compliance with District and State records retention laws and applicable statutes, policies, and regulations; distribute award notifications to user departments and awarded suppliers; seek renewals/extensions on awarded solicitations.
• Reviews and approves purchase orders based on established competition thresholds, CCSD policies, and currently awarded contracts.
• Maintains Procurement Services Internet and Intranet websites to include posting current information for Procurement staff while ensuring consistency, maintaining associated procedures, and maintaining professional, updated appearance of site.
• Runs procurement related reports in the CCSD Financial System and compile other industry and procurement data from various sources as needed.
• Assists in registration of new vendors and maintains District vendor database.
• Provides training and support to school staff, central office staff and vendors on CCSD Procurement procedures and processes.
• Maintains current knowledge of purchasing practices through vendor contact, organization memberships, trade literature, training, and trade shows.
• Assists with development and updating Procurement related training materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.