Purchasing Assistant 2

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Purchasing Assistant 2 at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta in Decatur, GA. Salary Range: $30,700.42- $47,094.70.

Under general supervision, the Purchasing Assistant 2 coordinates receipt, storage, inventory, and distribution of supplies, maintaining records and monitoring stock. Responsibilities include checking shipments, organizing storage, addressing supply needs with departments, and ensuring timely

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in inventory/purchasing, or one year at Purchasing Agent 1 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Check incoming shipments for accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Organize storage areas and conduct regular inventory counts.
• Collaborate with hospital departments to address supply needs and replenish stock.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and accountability for hospital property.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management system

Job description

Job Title

Purchasing Assistant 2

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID

JR0000006488

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

SALARY RANGE: $30,700.42-$47,094.70

Job Description

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Purchasing Assistant 2 at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA. Salary Range: $30,700.42- $47,094.70. Under general supervision, the Purchasing Assistant 2 supports daily hospital operations by coordinating the receipt, storage, inventory, and distribution of supplies, materials, and equipment. This position maintains accurate inventory records, monitors stock levels, identifies replenishment needs, and assists with supply requests to support timely availability of essential items.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include checking incoming shipments for accuracy, reporting discrepancies, organizing storage areas, and conducting inventory counts.
• The Purchasing Assistant 2 works with hospital departments and purchasing staff to address supply needs, resolve routine inventory issues, and maintain accountability for hospital property and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Typical Duties

• Receive, store, and distribute materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain inventory records and conduct periodic inventory counts.
• Organize stock and storage areas to keep supplies orderly and accessible.
• Respond to staff requests and provide customer service.
• Pick up and deliver materials and equipment as assigned.
• Maintain clean and organized warehouse areas.

Background Check

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related experience in inventory, purchasing, or supply chain management; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Purchasing Agent 1 (FET040) or equivalent position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

About Our Organization

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