Purchasing Technician & Vendor Relations Specialist

Westmoreland County Community College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmoreland County Community College is seeking a Purchasing Specialist in the Division Purchasing to manage quotations, requisitions, and budget verification. You will identify vendor sources, compare pricing, and ensure accurate account coding and approvals.

Daily duties include placing orders, tracking status, processing returns, supporting accounts payable, and assisting with bids and supplier communications. Strong Word/Excel and customer service are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Professional office skills and procedures required.
• Proficient verbal and written communications.
• Read, comprehend and follow instructions/work orders.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to identify problems and suggest solutions.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and review price quotations and verify best pricing.
• Place orders daily and monitor status.
• Identify vendor sources and verify specs.
• Purchase supplies via state websites and upload purchases.
• Assist accounts payable with reconciliation and PO changes.
• Provide bid support and document preparation.
• Provide purchasing assistance to staff and review procedures.
• Maintain hardware/software/license spreadsheets.
• Process returns/replacements via RMA.
• Assist in reconciling procurement cards.
• Answer phones and forward messages.
• Support the College Store operations as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Verbal and written communications

Organization and prioritization

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

Westmoreland County Community College is seeking a Purchasing Specialist in the Division Purchasing to manage quotations, requisitions, and budget verification. You will identify vendor sources, compare pricing, and ensure accurate account coding and approvals.

Daily duties include placing orders, tracking status, processing returns, supporting accounts payable, and assisting with bids and supplier communications. Strong Word/Excel and customer service are required.