Procurement Specialist (Vehicle Service Center)

Vehicle Service Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Public Schools MS Vehicle Service Center is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage purchasing, vendor relations, and invoicing for district transportation services. The role supports the VSC operations by maintaining supplier records, processing requisitions, and ensuring timely payments.

The candidate should have a B.S. in Business/Admin or similar, or equivalent office/purchasing experience, with strong PC skills and professional communication.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.
• Or 2 years general office duties experience with 1 year of purchasing.
• Proficient with Word, Access, Outlook, and calculator.

Responsibilities

• Works independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Plan work procedures and ensure accuracy of purchases.
• Maintain vendor database and submit invoices for payment.
• Process purchase requisitions daily per guidelines.
• Communicate with accounts payable and budget departments.
• Order parts and supplies for transportation services.
• Prepare necessary reports as needed.

Skills

Public interaction

Bookkeeping

Telephone etiquette

Typing 30 wpm

Literacy

Integrity

Independent work

Vendor relations

Problem solving

Education

B.S. Degree in Business Administration/Accounting

High school diploma + 2 years office/purchasing experience

Tools

Word

Access

Microsoft Outlook

Calculator

Job description

Procurement Specialist (Vehicle Service Center)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5616651

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business Administration, Accounting, or in related field

OR

• Graduate from a standard four-year high school or equivalent or 2 years of general office duties experience and one year of purchasing
• Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer using Word, Access, Microsoft Outlook and a calculator
• Ability to work with the public and JPSD employees in a professional manner in solving purchasing/vendor related problems
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and general office procedures
• Excellent telephone etiquette skills
• Literacy in reading and comprehension
• Ability to type 30 wpm
• Must have a high level of integrity

Reports To

Transportation VSC Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Works Independently in a fast paced environment
• Plans work procedures and reviews for accuracy
• Updates and maintains accurate vendor database
• Submits invoices for payment
• Updating and filing of all documents
• Processing of purchase requisitions daily per guidelines
• Assists with answering telephone calls and responding appropriately to the request of information.
• Orders parts and supplies for the District as it relates to transportation services
• Creates Purchase Orders
• Communicates with accounts payable and budget departments
• Maintains budget string updates weekly, for the district as it relates to transportation services
• Communicates with vendors
• Responsible for all parts and/or supplies delivered to the appropriate terminals
• Prepares necessary reports as needed.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned (Will be discussed with Supervisor)

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Salary Information

Classification:

Procurement Specialist

Scale:

Classified Non-Exempt Hourly

Grade:

F

Days Employed:

230 per school year

Salary:

$20.00 per hour

Overtime:

Non-exempt

Position Type: Full-Time