City Purchasing Assistant - Procure, Bid & Vendor Relations

Omlohio; Upper Arlington, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Upper Arlington is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the Parks & Recreation Department and assist other city departments. You will procure supplies, goods, and services, ensure compliance with procurement ordinances, and back up the Purchasing Administrator as needed.

This position requires a Bachelor's or Associate degree with related experience; a valid Ohio driver's license and ability to maintain insurability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Associate degree with two years of related experience, or equivalent
• Public/government experience preferred
• Two years of progressively responsible related experience

Responsibilities

• Procures supplies, goods, materials, equipment and services
• Focuses on supporting Parks & Recreation while assisting other departments
• Serves as back-up to Purchasing Administrator
• Maintains records in City finance system and processes procurement documents

Skills

Purchasing

Negotiations

Project management

Records management

Budgeting

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Tools

Finance system

MS Office

Job description

The City of Upper Arlington is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the Parks & Recreation Department and assist other city departments. You will procure supplies, goods, and services, ensure compliance with procurement ordinances, and back up the Purchasing Administrator as needed.

This position requires a Bachelor's or Associate degree with related experience; a valid Ohio driver's license and ability to maintain insurability.