Public Sector Procurement & Inventory Specialist

Talentify; Gardner (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Gardner is hiring a Procurement Specialist to anchor supply-chain, AP, and inventory operations for the municipal electric utility. The role balances data management, vendor invoicing, and hands-on inventory coordination in yards and warehouses.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in bookkeeping, warehousing, or purchasing, with strong Excel skills and a valid driver’s license. Training is available for relevant utility experience.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in accounts payable, inventory control, or purchasing workflows.
• Public procurement knowledge and policy interpretation.
• Valid forklift certification within 30 days of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Anchor supply-chain, AP, and inventory operations for the municipal electric utility.
• Audit credit card logs, verify fuel tracking, and process vendor invoices.
• Coordinate warehouse and yard inventory with safety and accuracy.

Skills

Public Procurement Policy

Work Order Synchronization

Technical Data Standards

Industrial Equipment Operation

Professional Communication

Accountability & Time Management

Analytical Problem-Solving

Education

Associates Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Forklift Operator Certification

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Utility Inventory Management software

Job description

City of Gardner is hiring a Procurement Specialist to anchor supply-chain, AP, and inventory operations for the municipal electric utility. The role balances data management, vendor invoicing, and hands-on inventory coordination in yards and warehouses.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in bookkeeping, warehousing, or purchasing, with strong Excel skills and a valid driver’s license. Training is available for relevant utility experience.