Strategic Buyer & AP Lead

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Odessa College is seeking a Buyer to provide purchasing and financial support, including obtaining quotes, evaluating bids, preparing bid analyses, processing purchase orders, and creating requisitions. The role also serves as the primary backup to the Accounts Payable Clerk and audits credit card statements and direct pay requests to ensure proper authorization and fund allocation.

The position requires strong Excel and Word skills, four years of accounts payable or purchasing experience, and

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of accounts payable or purchasing experience.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills.
• Typing speed of 50–60 words per minute with accurate data entry.
• Ten-key proficiency by touch and ability to create Excel files.

Responsibilities

• Obtain price quotes and solicit bids in accordance with Odessa College policies and applicable laws.
• Process, analyze, and evaluate bids for compliance with specifications and procedures.
• Prepare spreadsheets to analyze bids, pricing, vendors, and purchasing data.
• Process purchase orders and ensure information, approvals, and funding are accurate.
• Create and process purchase requisitions following budget and purchasing procedures.
• Perform clerical duties and maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Audit credit card statements and supporting documentation for accuracy and proper allocation.
• Audit direct-pay requests for required signatures and sufficient funds before processing.
• Supervise Accounts Payable functions to ensure procedures are followed and controls maintained.
• Provide guidance to departments to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Typing 50-60 wpm

Ten-key

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Odessa College is seeking a Buyer to provide purchasing and financial support, including obtaining quotes, evaluating bids, preparing bid analyses, processing purchase orders, and creating requisitions. The role also serves as the primary backup to the Accounts Payable Clerk and audits credit card statements and direct pay requests to ensure proper authorization and fund allocation.

The position requires strong Excel and Word skills, four years of accounts payable or purchasing experience, and