Buyer, Warehouse Manager

Alpine-School-District; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Mountain School District is seeking a Senior Buyer/Warehouse Manager to lead district purchasing and warehouse operations. You will manage bids, contracts, and vendor performance, ensuring compliance with policies and budget requirements. You will oversee staff, coordinate with district sites, and report to the Purchasing Director.

The role offers a 250‑day contract with a salary range of $77,840–$123,260 depending on experience. Contact Vicki Carter for details.

Qualifications

• Experience in school district purchasing is required with three years preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred.
• CPPB/PPPC or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages district purchasing, warehouse operations, and related activities.
• Oversees bidding, contracts, and vendor performance within budget.
• Maintains purchasing records and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Negotiates with vendors to resolve issues and optimize costs.
• Prepares financial documentation and analyzes procurement data.
• Supervises staff and coordinates with district sites.

Skills

Vendor management

Bidding processes

Purchasing compliance

Budget awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business

Tools

CPPB/PPPC certification

Job description

Buyer, Warehouse Manager JobID: 17238

• Position Type:
  Basic application - admin/ Admin - basic application
• Date Posted:
  8/24/2026
• Location:
  Lake Mountain School District
• Date Available:
  07/01/2027

Buyer/Warehouse Manager

Starting Date: 07/01/2027
Open until filled
Salary: $77,840 - $123,260 (depending on experience)
Contract: 250 day contract
Contact Information: Vicki Carter - [e-mail]

Purpose Statement

The job of Senior Buyer Warehouse Manager is responsible for managing and supporting District purchasing, warehouse, and related operations; overseeing daily activities and specialized purchasing functions; providing information and support to District sites; and ensuring services and purchasing activities comply with established policies, procedures, budget requirements, and applicable regulations. The position achieves department objectives through planning, coordination, evaluation, implementation, and continuous improvement of purchasing and warehouse services. This job reports to the Purchasing Director.

ESSENTIAL Functions

~Manages warehouse operations, surplus operation, circulation and purchasing (e.g. orders, work orders and requisitions for supplies, equipment, conference requests, bids for potential commodities, supplies equipment and services, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring necessary resources to support district operation and supplying warehousing, delivery and circulation needs.
~Administers complex and large amount bidding processes and contracts for vendor performance/compliance within established limits (e.g. prepare specifications, evaluate bids, recommend vendors, conduct bid meetings, etc.) for the purpose of securing items and/or services within budget and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
~Assists auditors in providing requested information for the purpose of providing necessary documentation for completion of audit.
~Compiles data from a wide variety of sources (e.g. vendors, staff, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with Federal, State and District purchasing policies and procedures, and/or monitoring purchasing processes.
~Consults with Utah State Purchasing for the purpose of developing requirements and specifications for statewide bids, RFPs and/or contracts.
~Evaluates vendors for the purpose of determining their capability for performing to established specifications.
~Evaluates order and bid documentation (e.g. requisitions, change orders, bids, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper use of district funds in the acquisition of supplies, equipment and/or services.
~Issues purchase orders, etc. for the purpose of completing purchasing processes in accordance with established procedures.
~Maintains purchasing information, files and records (e.g. RFPs, purchase orders, vender files, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
~Negotiates with vendors for the purpose of resolving purchasing issues and/or ensuring purchases are within state and district requirements/regulations.
~Oversees surplus storage and auction for the purpose of ensuring that discarded District materials are disposed of appropriately.
~Supervises and manages personnel and warehouse operations, including staffing, employee assignments, training, meetings, inventory, and delivery processes, to promote productivity, maintain efficient operations, and ensure compliance with established requirements.
~Prepares written materials and electronic financial information for the purpose of documenting activities, providing reference, conveying information, and complying with established financial, legal and/or administrative requirements.
~Presents information on administrative procedures, services, regulations, etc. for the purpose of training and orienting other personnel and/or disseminating information to appropriate parties.
~Processes purchasing-related information (e.g. bid documents, tabulations, requisitions, electronic procurement, product specifications, statements of work, performance terms, contracts, etc.) for the purpose of updating and distributing information, authorizing for action and/or complying with established accounting practices.
~Research contracts, suppliers, equipment and regulations, including evaluation of new products for the purpose of ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements/Experience

Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required in school district purchasing with three years preferred.
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area with an emphasis in accounting or business preferred.
Equivalency: Required Testing . Pre-Employment Proficiency Test may be required Continuing Educ. / Training Annual District Training Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses FLSA Status Exempt
Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Certificates and Licenses Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or certification through the Utah Division of Purchasing & Utah Chapter of NIGP Public Procurement Professional Certification (PPPC) preferred or other State/National Certification approved by the Purchasing Director. Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability