Purchasing Agent jobs in Winston Salem, NC

Purchasing Agent initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Agent interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Agent coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Agent independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Purchasing Specialist
  • Winston Salem/Forsyth County Schools
  • Winston, NC OTHER
  • FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE

    Performs journey level purchasing and accounts payable functions in purchasing section of the school system. An employee in this class performs a variety of purchasing and accounts payable functions in the purchasing section of the school system. Work includes processing invoices for payment, maintaining files, records management and entering purchase orders into computer system. Work requires organizational ability and high degree of accuracy.
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Trains users of the SARTOX Purchasing System.
    • Handles all purchasing issues for elementary schools in the district.
    • Reviews purchase orders regarding compliance to Board Policy.
    • Prints out Purchase Order Edit Report.
    • Reviews contracts and print the purchase order and forwards the end user and vendor a fully executed copy.
    • Processes all orders placed with district purchasing card and enters orders in AS400.
    • Opens and distributes incoming mail for Purchasing department.
    • Prepares purchase orders for mailing, distribution and filing.
    • Trains and provides support for Financial Secretaries.
    • Uses school system software as well as Microsoft Word and Excel to maintain data bases, spreadsheets and process files.
    • Places orders with vendors in accordance with state purchasing guidelines.
    • Performs written and verbal communication with all employees.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned.
    REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
    • Considerable knowledge of office practices, procedures, methods and mathematical computation
    • Considerable knowledge of word processing, electronic mail, and spreadsheet software on a fully networked computer system
    • Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including telephones, calculators, computers, copiers, etc.
    • Ability to process information with a high level of accuracy in a variety of formats representing substantial amounts of time and money to the school system
    • Ability to communicate well in written and verbal formats to a variety of audiences
    • Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of employees and business contacts
    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
    • Minimum: Associate degree or High School degree plus two years relevant experience or an equivalent combination or education and relevant experience.
    CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
    N/A

    Pay Grade 63 - $2,674.00 Minimum Monthly Salary - Full Time Position PHYSICAL WORK DEMANDS:

    PHYSICAL

    ACTIVITY

    FREQUENCY

    C - Constant

    F - Frequent

    O - Occasional

    I - Infrequent

    NR - Not Required

    PHYSICAL

    ACTIVITY

    FREQUENCY

    C - Constant

    F - Frequent

    O - Occasional

    I - Infrequent

    NR - Not Required

    Climbing/Balancing
    I
    Lifting/Carrying
    O up to 20 lbs.
    Crawling/Kneeling
    I
    Grasping/Twisting
    O
    Walking
    F
    Reaching
    F
    Running
    I
    Pushing/Pulling
    O
    Standing
    F
    Fingering/Typing
    C
    Sitting
    F
    Driving
    F requires driving car between sites
    Bending/Stooping
    O
    Others:

    In compliance with Federal Law, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.
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Purchasing Specialist
  • Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School District
  • Salem, NC FULL_TIME
  • FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE Performs journey level purchasing and accounts payable functions in purchasing section of the school system. An employee in this class performs a variety of purchasing and accounts ...
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Purchasing Manager
  • Bunzl
  • Salem, NC FULL_TIME
  • The Purchasing Manager will oversee the day-to-day operation of procurement replenishment which may be oriented by category, market, region, or customer. This leader of 8-10 buyers is critical in the ...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Payroll/AP/Purchasing Clerk
  • UHS
  • SALEM, NC FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities At Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services, we are helping to create brighter, healthier futures for our patients and their families. We are the Piedmont Triad's only private psychiat...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Agent's Assistant - State Farm Agent Team Member
  • Kynan Massie - State Farm Agent
  • Mount Airy, NC FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview State Farm Insurance Agent located in Mount Airy, NC is seeking an outgoing, career-oriented professional to join their team. As a State Farm team member for Kynan Massie - State Far...
  • 5 Days Ago
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Agent's Assistant - State Farm Agent Team Member
  • Susanna Nunn - State Farm Agent
  • Kernersville, NC FULL_TIME
  • ROLE DESCRIPTION: Susanna Nunn - State Farm Agent is searching for a competitive Producer who can assist our sales team by making outgoing calls for review appointments, telemarketing prospects, and h...
  • 21 Days Ago
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Home Care RN LPN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • High Point, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Home Care LPN RN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Asheboro, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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RN LPN Home Care
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Nurse RN LPN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Home Care RN LPN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Registered Nurse / RN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Private Duty Home Care RN LPN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Private Duty Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Winston Salem, North Carolina

Winston-Salem is a city in and the county seat of Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States. With a 2019 estimated population of 251,907 it is the second largest municipality in the Piedmont Triad region, the fifth most populous city in North Carolina, and the eighty-ninth most populous city in the United States. With a metropolitan population of 676,673 it is the fourth largest metropolitan area in North Carolina and is expected to keep that fourth spot for many more years. Winston-Salem is home to the tallest office building in the region, 100 North Main Street, formerly the Wachovia Bui...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$55,455 to $75,942
Winston Salem, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
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