Strategic School Purchaser & Bids Specialist

Cajon Valley Union School District; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajon Valley Union School District is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement for district schools and departments. The role involves researching bids, processing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of supplies, equipment, and services to all sites.

Ideal candidates have strong customer service skills, experience with bids/RFPs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accurate records and inventory levels.

Qualifications

• Three years experience in the purchase of supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of Bids and RFPs.
• Detail oriented.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to customer service.
• Aptitude for working with systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Procure supplies and equipment for district schools and departments.
• Research, obtain, and evaluate bids, quotes, pricing, and product information.
• Prepare, process, and evaluate purchase orders, requisitions, bid specifications, records, and reports.
• Administer bids for services, materials, equipment, and construction projects.
• Maintain adequate warehouse stock levels.
• Support students by providing supplies, materials, equipment, and services for all school sites and departments.

Skills

Purchasing

Bids & RFPs

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Customer service

Systems/software

Job description

Cajon Valley Union School District is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement for district schools and departments. The role involves researching bids, processing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of supplies, equipment, and services to all sites.

Ideal candidates have strong customer service skills, experience with bids/RFPs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accurate records and inventory levels.