Education Procurement Specialist: POs, Vendors & Bids

Richland County School District One; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County School District One, Columbia, SC, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage requisitions, create purchase orders, and communicate with vendors in a fast-paced environment.

Under occasional supervision, you will maintain accurate purchasing records, evaluate bids, and ensure compliance with the District's procurement code while supporting district-wide procurement goals and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma supplemented by two years of general procurement experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Familiarity with procurement records, bid processes and vendor communications is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret procurement policies and maintain accurate purchasing records.

Responsibilities

• Enter requisitions into the system and process purchase orders; review for accuracy and compliance with the District procurement code.
• Evaluate procurement requirements and determine bid strategy based on dollar amount.
• Prepare and initiate solicitations, solicit competitive prices, and negotiate with vendors as needed.
• Maintain purchasing records and reports, resolve discrepancies, and respond to inquiries from staff and vendors.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to ensure timely deliveries and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Procurement

Purchasing

Vendor negotiation

Records management

Data entry

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Two years procurement experience

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Richland County School District One, Columbia, SC, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage requisitions, create purchase orders, and communicate with vendors in a fast-paced environment.

Under occasional supervision, you will maintain accurate purchasing records, evaluate bids, and ensure compliance with the District's procurement code while supporting district-wide procurement goals and efficient operations.