Procurement Specialist

Position Type: Business Office/ Procurement Specialist Date Posted: 5/27/2026 Location: Camden City School District Closing Date: 06/04/2026

CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Procurement Specialist Position Summary The Procurement Specialist provides purchasing support for the district and completes general departmental office duties. The Procurement Specialist will ensure all district purchasing is completed with timeliness, accuracy, quality and compliance. The School Finance office will support the vision for Camden City School District by ensuring that the district orients financial decisions toward what is best for students and does so in a financially sustainable way. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Procurement and working closely with a wide variety of departments and stakeholders, the Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation of the vision and strategy that will guide the district's financial approach. Required: Minimum 3 years of procurement experience preferably in the public sector and/or in settings that serve low-income students and communities; Intermediate understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite, including fluency with Word and Excel used to analyze and evaluate data Experience and Familiarity with online accounting and budget software systems, such as Systems 3000. Experience in procuring services and products using the formal competitive contracting process, state contracts, and pricing Cooperatives Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and follow up skills A valid driver's license as well as current insurance and vehicle with valid registration Required criminal history background check, physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status Core Responsibilities Major responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to: Collaboration with the purchasing team in handling the day-to-day activities of the Procurement department, such as reviewing requests to ensure compliance and maintaining updated documents Assist the district through the competitive contracting process, which includes meeting with departments, creating timelines, bid and request for proposal packets that will, at times, need to meet tight deadlines, and maintain compliance with state and federal procurement laws; NJSA 18A:18A and 2 CFR 300.200. Maintain strong working relationships with staff and vendors by providing strong customer service to all stakeholders Creates and maintains purchase orders created in line with the approved District Purchasing Manual. Distributes purchase orders to those necessary to receive products, accounts payable for payment of invoices and hold the stationary purchase order by purchase order number for the annual audit. Assist with maintaining up to date Purchasing Manual and procurement documents and help to communicate to the district updated enhancements to procurement processes. Assist the Supervisor of Procurement in providing training to people assigned to create requisitions, when necessary. Support the Supervisor of Procurement in end of year processes like responding to OPRA requests, audit information and 1099 preparation Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager of Procurement or designee Core Competencies An ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate the following and/or have experiences with: Strong oral and written communication skills Comfort and experience with entering data into online systems, cleaning and improving the quality of existing data and manipulating large, complex data sets into clear and easily understandable reports Creative and outside-of-the-box thinking Must be detail oriented, with accurate data entry skills Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills Flexible, optimistic approach; committed to overcoming challenges; comfortable with change and ambiguity Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously Desire to grow professionally and seek out new opportunities to learn Integrity and clarity in all communications and interactions Commitment to the success of all Camden students; specifically, to raising the academic achievement of children in high-poverty communities Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment Strong problem-solving and project management skills - strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to balance the big picture with detailed steps to reach the end goal and the ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and take initiative Physical Demands: The following physical demands are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to: Sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear for extended periods for various tasks. Use hands and arms to reach, handle, and operate tools, computers, or controls. Lift and carry items necessary for job performance. Use close, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and adjust focus as needed. The following environmental conditions are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Possible exposure to a range of childhood and adult illnesses. Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Work performed in heated, air‑conditioned, ventilated facilities. Moderate to high at times, noise level especially during school hours, assemblies or events. Frequent interruptions from calls, walk‑ins and urgent requests. Possible exposure to cleaning agents, instructional materials, and equipment‑related chemicals. Terms of Employment Twelve-month position. Salary, benefits, and conditions of employment shall be in accordance with Board policy and applicable employment agreements. Evaluation Performance shall be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy, administrative regulations, and district leadership evaluation procedures. Reports To Senior Manager of Procurement or designee Work Year 12 Months Classification Non‑Affiliated /Confidential Minimum Starting Salary $75,000.00 Maximum Starting Salary $100,000.00 Residency Requirement Under New Jersey's "New Jersey First Act" (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7), all employees of New Jersey public school districts must maintain bona fide New Jersey residency as a condition of employment. Candidates must already reside in New Jersey or establish residency within the required timeframe after hire. Current employees who were hired on or before September 1, 2011 are exempt from this requirement and may continue to reside outside the state. In limited circumstances, applicants may request a residency waiver through the state's Employee Residency Review Committee if they can demonstrate critical need or hardship; approval is not guaranteed. THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval) Postings current as of 6/1/2026 2:00:54 AM CST. Powered by applicant tracking, a product of Frontline Education. #J-18808-Ljbffr Camden City School District