Purchasing Specialist

FTE 1.0 Immediate Supervisor Charity Hastings, Director of Procurement & Support Services THE POSITION The job of Purchasing Specialist is done for the purpose/s of providing clerical support in the purchasing of goods and services for ACOE; researches and evaluates products and prices. This job reports to Assigned Administrator. LOCATION 313 W. Winton Ave. Hayward, CA 94544 TYPICAL DUTIES Edits, reviews, and processes purchase requisitions for compliance with GAAP procedures, governmental and local policies and procedures, regulations and requirements prior to printing of purchase orders; processes purchase orders. Oversees the work of staff related to purchase requisitions and purchase orders, during requisition and ordering process. Researches and evaluates products and makes recommendations for purchase. Researches vendors and makes recommendations regarding new and existing vendors; may change vendors on orders due to pricing, availability, or other circumstances. Contacts vendors regarding purchase orders, terms and conditions, and delivery options. Prepares, secures, and evaluates quotes on goods and services; tabulates and analyzes data; recommends awards. Provides technical support to employees related to various products received. SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Two (2) years related purchasing experience. Education: Associate of Arts Degree (A.A.) Equivalency: Equivalent combination of education and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alameda County Office of Education