Storekeeper/Acquisition Specialist II - CL

City of Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portland is looking for a Storekeeper/Acquisition Specialist II to manage materials for the Bureau of Transportation. This role involves purchasing, receiving, and disbursing goods while ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will be organized, communicative, and problem-solving oriented, capable of operating various equipment. This position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work in multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing materials including purchasing and inventory control.
• Ability to operate various equipment like forklifts and cranes.

Responsibilities

• Advise on purchasing procedures and regulations.
• Requisition and purchase supplies and equipment.
• Maintain computer records and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Problem Solving

Results Driven

Ethical Mindset

Equity Focus

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Hand Trucks

Overhead Cranes

Front-End Loaders

Job description

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The Position

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, visit 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: 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.

The City of Portland is seeking a Materials Specialist II (Storekeeper/Acquisition Specialist II-CL) to join the Portland Bureau of Transportation!

About the position: The Materials Specialist II (Storekeeper/Acquisition Specialist II - CL) supports managing materials, including purchasing, receiving, storing, and disbursing goods and services, working in yard areas and indoor storage facilities, and maintaining control of bureau assets following inventory principles. May work independently or at an unsupervised location.

What You’ll Get To Do

1. Advise and ensure adherence to purchasing procedures/regulations to bureau staff.
2. Requisition and purchase supplies, equipment, and services up to delegated limits. Receive, stock, issue, disburse, ship, and dispose of materials, coordinating with staff, end users, and vendors; ensure compliance with technical specifications and communicate handling/storage requirements.
3. Reconcile procurement card statements; prepare invoices for payment and may maintain petty cash.
4. Create and maintain computer records and perform assigned tasks while maintaining a safe, orderly, and clean environment.
5. Serve as a technical resource, respond to calls during emergencies, and be trained as part of the City’s Emergency Management Structure for Logistics.
6. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, overhead cranes, and other equipment, including large articulated front-end loaders.

Who you are:

1. Organized: Able to handle multiple tasks with flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
2. Excellent Communicator: Effective with diverse groups, proficient verbally, electronically, and in writing, maintaining confidentiality as needed.
3. Problem Solver: Able to identify issues early and use active listening and communication to resolve them.
4. Results Driven: Capable of working efficiently to complete tasks accurately and professionally.
5. Ethically minded: Committed to public trust and responsible use of funds.
6. Equity Focused: Able to view projects through an equity lens, ensuring fiscal responsibility in purchasing.

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