Purchasing and Inventory Technician

NC Community Colleges; Monroe (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid Time Off

Supplemental cafeteria plan

Job summary

NC Community Colleges seeks a Purchasing and Inventory Technician to support purchasing, receiving, and inventory functions at the Monroe campus. The role operates under the Director of Purchasing and Equipment and focuses on accurate order processing and timely supplier coordination.

Located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway Campus in Monroe, this full-time position offers benefits, health insurance options, and retirement plans through state programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 2-3 years of experience in a business office setting with experience in processing invoices, vendor communications, and order follow-up.
• Self-starter with exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Verify receipt of equipment and supply orders and expedite delivery to the appropriate person or department.
• Process receipts of goods in computer system.
• Process invoices and prepare them for Accounts Payable.
• Consult vendors concerning shipping dates, prices, and problems with orders.
• Maintain Open Purchase Order Report on a monthly basis, and close all purchase orders for fiscal year end.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Business Administration or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway Campus in Monroe, NC.

Salary Grade

Commensurate with education and experience

Job Reports To

Director of Purchasing and Equipment

Job Category

Technical & Paraprofessional

Application Period

Opens: 09/02/2026

Closes: 10/14/2026

Target Start Date

10/15/2026

Expected Work Hours

40 hours per week

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 2-3 years of experience in business office setting with experience in processing invoices, vendor communications, and order follow-up
• Self-starter with exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Business Administration or a related business field.
• Purchasing and/or fixed assets experience.

Position Description

Job Description

The Purchasing and Inventory Technician is a full-time position located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway Campus in Monroe, NC. Under the direction of the Director of Purchasing and Equipment the Purchasing and Inventory Technician is responsible for assisting with the purchasing, receiving, and inventory functions of the College.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.

Job Duties

• Verify receipt of equipment and supply orders and expedite delivery to the appropriate person or department.
• Process receipts of goods in computer system.
• Process invoices and prepare them for Accounts Payable.
• Consult vendors concerning shipping dates, prices, and problems with orders.
• Responsible for maintaining Open Purchase Order Report on a monthly basis, and closing all purchase orders for fiscal year end. Be able to explain any open purchase orders at year end.
• Periodically dispose of equipment through surplus property procedures.
• Maintain contact with snack and drink vendors to ensure quality service.
• Interact with all departments of the college.
• Process incoming/outgoing mail for the college.
• Assist with scheduling state or college owned vehicles for SPCC employees on the OCH campus.
• Under the direction of the Director of Purchasing and Equipment, assist with yearly inventory of all equipment inventory of the college.
• Assist Receiving Technician with receiving and processing deliveries to the OCH campus, including UPS , FedEx, FSI , and other freight carriers.
• Duties may include travel between campuses and throughout the state.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Purchasing, Director of Financial Services, or Vice President of Finance and Administration.