Purchasing Specialist

Denison ISD; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Denison ISD is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support district procurement of material and equipment. Under supervision, you will follow purchasing procedures to process bids and purchase orders, assist in verifying funds, and maintain vendor records.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and several years of clerical and accounting experience, with strong numerical skills and attention to detail for accurate invoicing and filing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 years clerical and accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with purchasing procedures and bids.

Responsibilities

• Process bids and purchase orders as directed and in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist staff in preparing purchase orders, verifying available funds and authorizations before purchase, and maintaining accounts.
• Contact vendors to check on supply and equipment availability, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other issues as directed.
• Detects and resolves problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments.

Skills

Procurement procedures

Bids & POs

Vendor communications

Spreadsheet skills

Databases

Word processing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Purchasing Specialist

Date Posted

10/8/2026

**Location:**

Administration Building

Closing Date

10/23/2026

• Reports To:** Director of Business
• Compensation:** Para Pay grade 6

Primary Purpose

Assist in the procurement of material and equipment for the district. Work under close supervision and follows established purchasing procedures to process bids and purchase orders.

Qualifications

**Education/Certification:**

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of procedures for purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment

Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner

Ability to analyze and organize a complex filing system of bid-related documentation

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

3 years clerical and accounting experience preferred

Major Responsibilities And Duties

**Purchasing**

• Process bids and purchase orders as directed and in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist staff in preparing purchase orders, verifying available funds and authorizations before purchase, and maintaining accounts.
• Contact vendors to check on supply and equipment availability, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other issues as directed.
• Detects and resolves problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments.

**Clerical**

• Prepare and maintain vendor databases and bidder lists.
• Prepare correspondence, forms, manuals, reports, purchase orders, and payment authorizations using a personal computer.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, and other documents as required.
• **Other**
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
• **Supervisory Responsibilities:**
• None.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

• Tools/Equipment Used:**Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture:**Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion:**Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting:**Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment:**May work prolonged or irregular hours