Job Description
Job Description
Description :
We are seeking for a Purchasing Coordinator to join our team and assist in the procurement of goods and services for our multiple school sites.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and a strong desire to contribute to the success of our schools.
Responsibilities :
Maintain the Purchasing Function or system, making sure that all purchases go through the proper channels, and that all P.
O.’s are recorded and approved.
- Monitoring open purchase orders, track approved open purchase orders, coordinate with receivers to ensure timely receiving in NetSuite.
- Identifies and resolves potential purchasing problems; follows up to ensure timely and accurate product delivery.
- Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors. Corresponds with suppliers for quotations; maintains contact with vendors regarding current status of purchase orders.
- Manage the acquisition of all teacher supplies, general class supplies, and office supplies, books, workbooks purchased in bulk amounts.
- Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analysis.
- Collaborate with internal teams to forecast supply needs and prevent shortages.
- Ensure that all employees are educated on, aware of, trained on and adhere to every aspect of the purchasing process.
- Make travel, hotel, seminar / workshop reservations and arrangements for faculty and staff.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements : Requirements :
Requirements :
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- 1-2 years of experience in procurement or purchasing
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Suite and purchasing software
- Knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to monitor and / or maintain quality control standard
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for education and a desire to contribute to the success of our schools, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.