Storekeeper/Acquisition Specialist II - CL

City of Portland; Oregon; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portland is seeking a Materials Specialist II to manage purchasing, receiving, and disbursing goods. This role requires effective communication and problem-solving skills, with responsibilities in inventory control and emergency logistics. The position offers a flexible schedule and is part of a union.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing materials including purchasing and storing.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Advise on purchasing procedures and regulations.
• Reconcile procurement card statements and maintain records.
• Participate in emergency management logistics.

Skills

Organized

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Results-driven

Ethically Minded

Equity-focused

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Hand Trucks

Cranes

Job description

The current vacancy is with the Bureau of Transportation. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other bureaus throughout the City.

Job Appointment:

Regular Fulltime

Work Schedule:

Flexible Schedule; Eight/Nine/Ten-hour shifts Monday - Friday

Work Location:

Multiple Locations: 2929 North Kerby Avenue, Portland, OR 97227 and 3150 North Mississippi Avenue, Portland OR 97227

Benefits:

Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position.

Union Representation:

This classification is represented by Portland City Laborers 483 (PCL). To view this labor agreement, please visit http://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/27840. If you are a PCL-represented employee, see the labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative.

Application Material:

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to submit responses to Supplemental Questions and a resume.

Position Overview:

The Materials Specialist II (Storekeeper/Acquisition Specialist II - CL) supports managing materials such as purchasing, receiving, storing, and disbursing goods and services. Work may be performed in outside yard areas or indoor storage facilities, maintaining control of bureau assets according to inventory principles. May work independently or at an unsupervised site.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Advise and ensure adherence to purchasing procedures/regulations.
2. Requisition and purchase supplies, receive, stock, issue, disburse, ship, and dispose of materials, ensuring compliance with specifications and handling/storage requirements.
3. Reconcile procurement card statements; prepare invoices and maintain petty cash.
4. Create and maintain computer records; perform tasks in a safe, organized environment.
5. Serve as a technical resource, respond to calls during emergencies, and participate in City emergency management logistics.
6. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, cranes, and other material handling equipment.

Candidate Profile:

• Organized and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communicator with diverse groups, proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Problem solver with active listening skills.
• Results-driven with a focus on timely, accurate task completion.
• Ethically minded, prioritizing public trust and fiscal responsibility.
• Equity-focused, ensuring projects are viewed through an equity lens.

Additional Information:

Although the current vacancy is with the Bureau of Transportation, this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies across other bureaus.