Procurement & Administrative Specialist, School Nutrition

Marietta-City-Schools; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Marietta City Schools is seeking an Administrative Secretary/Procurement Specialist for the School Nutrition Services in Marietta, GA. The role reports to the Director of the School Nutrition Program and supports procurement, contract administration, vendor coordination, and office operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with business skills, 3+ years in procurement, and familiarity with USDA purchasing policies; associates degree and ServSafe/SNA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with business skills is required.
• Three (3) or more years of procurement experience, including buying for distribution.
• One (1) year of school nutrition management experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certified or School Nutrition Association Certified preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and clerical support for the Director.
• Order yearly USDA entitlement foods and DOD produce; coordinate delivery and document files.
• Manage contracts and price agreements; monitor quality of procured items; resolve vendor issues.
• Prepare food orders for vendors weekly; serve as contact for delivery issues.
• Order and distribute small kitchen equipment, linens and office supplies to all kitchens.
• Assist in bid preparation, distribution, and tabulation; maintain the nutrition database of awarded bids.
• Place work orders and coordinate repairs for office and kitchen equipment.
• Assist in training and monthly managers meetings; complete personnel paperwork and background checks.
• Communicate professionally with managers and staff; multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Record-keeping

Vendor coordination

Communication with public

USDA purchasing policies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates or college degree preferred

Tools

Excel

MS Word

Publisher

Job description

Marietta City Schools is seeking an Administrative Secretary/Procurement Specialist for the School Nutrition Services in Marietta, GA. The role reports to the Director of the School Nutrition Program and supports procurement, contract administration, vendor coordination, and office operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with business skills, 3+ years in procurement, and familiarity with USDA purchasing policies; associates degree and ServSafe/SNA certification preferred.