Strategic Public School Procurement Coordinator

Worcester-Public-Schools; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Public Schools in Worcester, MA seeks a Procurement Coordinator to manage district procurement, including facility maintenance, food services, and contracts. You will oversee purchase orders, bids, vendor contracts, and ensure compliance with district policies and state/federal regulations while coordinating with facilities and nutrition leaders.

The role emphasizes accurate tracking from order to delivery, invoice payment, inventory control, and collaboration with school staff and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of procurement/purchasing experience.
• Proficient Excel and Google Workspace.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders within the City’s financial platform, including building materials and services.
• Help develop bids, RFPs, and SOWs for contracts.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with municipal, state, and federal regulations including NSLP standards.
• Coordinate with facilities and nutrition leaders to consolidate orders and optimize costs.
• Monitor time-sensitive orders and communicate with vendors to minimize downtime.
• Verify receipt of goods/services and secure delivery confirmations for timely payments.

Skills

Excel

Google Workspace

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/public administration/supply chain

Master’s degree in finance/public administration/business

Tools

Workday

Tableau/Power BI

Job description

Worcester Public Schools in Worcester, MA seeks a Procurement Coordinator to manage district procurement, including facility maintenance, food services, and contracts. You will oversee purchase orders, bids, vendor contracts, and ensure compliance with district policies and state/federal regulations while coordinating with facilities and nutrition leaders.

The role emphasizes accurate tracking from order to delivery, invoice payment, inventory control, and collaboration with school staff and