District Buyer – Strategic Public Procurement

Chandler USD 80; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Retirement through ASRS

Health and life insurance

Wellness programs

Professional growth credit

Job summary

Chandler USD 80 seeks a Buyer to procure supplies, materials, equipment, and services for district expenditures in accordance with Arizona procurement rules and the USFR. The role emphasizes cost efficiency, supplier relations, and contract administration.

Starting immediately, the position offers full-time hours with a 2611H calendar, benefits, and performance pay opportunities. Experience in public procurement and strong communication are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Two year degree or equivalent training/experience.
• Experience in purchasing supplies, materials and services in a public procurement setting preferred.
• Ability to prepare specifications for quotes, bids and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve purchase requisitions per procurement rules.
• Define requirements and prepare specifications for quotes, bids and proposals.
• Prepare, issue, evaluate and award formal solicitations (RFP/IFB/RFQ/RFI).
• Negotiate pricing and request best and final offers as required.
• Monitor vendor spending and contract totals for compliance.
• Administer contracts and perform contract revisions as needed.
• Maintain procurement records as prescribed by rules and board policies.
• Respond to internal and external customers promptly and professionally.

Skills

Two year degree

Ethical business practices

Oral and written communication

Clerical skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Financial management software

Education

Two year degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial management software

Job description

Chandler USD 80 seeks a Buyer to procure supplies, materials, equipment, and services for district expenditures in accordance with Arizona procurement rules and the USFR. The role emphasizes cost efficiency, supplier relations, and contract administration.

Starting immediately, the position offers full-time hours with a 2611H calendar, benefits, and performance pay opportunities. Experience in public procurement and strong communication are valued assets.