Purchasing Coordinator - BO

Business Office; Wolcott (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolcott Board of Education seeks a Purchasing Coordinator for the Business Office to manage procurement and purchasing workflows. The role supports budget controls, vendor relations, and PO documentation while ensuring compliance with union contract benefits and the district’s procurement standards.

The position requires a high school diploma with a 2-year accounting or business degree and substantial related experience.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of procurement procedures, bidding, and large purchases.
• Experience with budget management, POs, and vendor relations.
• Ability to use financial management information systems and financial software.
• Good judgment, independent work, and strong written/oral communication; team player.

Skills

Procurement procedures

Bidding

Budget management

POs & documentation

Vendor relations

Financial management systems

Communication

Team player

Independent work

Education

HS diploma

Two-year accounting or business degree

5+ years related experience

10+ years similar experience

Job description

Purchasing Coordinator - BO

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Job Details

Job ID: 5947186

Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

10.01.2026

The Wolcott Board of Education is accepting applications for the following position:

Title: Purchasing Coordinator

Location: Business Office

Start Date: December 2026

Rate: Hire Rate: $31.86 per hour

Job Rate: $34.38 per hour

Benefits: Per Union Contract

Closing: October 7, 2026

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• A working knowledge of procurement procedures
  • Bidding and Large Purchases
  • Budget Management
  • Purchase Orders (POs) and Documentation
  • Vendor Relations
• The ability to utilize, efficiently and effectively, financial management information systems.
• The ability to exercise good judgement, make responsible decisions and work independently. A proven record of effective oral and written communication skills and the desire and ability to be a team player in a progressive, collegial environment.
• A high school diploma plus a two-year degree in accounting or business administration and a minimum of 5 years related experience, or a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar position. Knowledge of experience with financial and other computer software necessary.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required