Education Procurement Specialist

Finance; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC is seeking a qualified Purchasing Agent to manage procurement of supplies, materials, services, and equipment. Work includes processing requisitions, creating and submitting purchase orders, and supporting the p-card program under the Director of Procurement.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree and 3 years of purchasing experience with increasing responsibility.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in public administration, business administration, or related field.
• Three years of purchasing experience with increasing responsibility.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to negotiate, contract, and procure goods per policy.
• Strong communication and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal procurement regulations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Windows and Microsoft Office; Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Receive and review requisitions in ERP system for completion.
• Create purchase orders, verify information, and submit to vendors.
• Assist in supporting the p-card program including training and reconciliation.
• Provide information to schools and departments regarding regulations, costs, and availability.
• Assist in resolving issues from purchase orders to final payment of invoices.
• Review specifications for items requiring quotes or bidding.
• Prepare IFBs, RFQs, and RFPs for the district and evaluate vendors.
• Assist in vendor management and evaluating best value vendors.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Purchasing basics

NC regulations

GAAP knowledge

Contract bidding

Office & Oracle

Strong communication

Vendor relations

Judgment & tact

Document control

Education

Associate degree in public administration

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Office

AI software

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC is seeking a qualified Purchasing Agent to manage procurement of supplies, materials, services, and equipment. Work includes processing requisitions, creating and submitting purchase orders, and supporting the p-card program under the Director of Procurement.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree and 3 years of purchasing experience with increasing responsibility.