Purchasing Clerk jobs in Lawton, OK
Purchasing Clerk 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 Clerk 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 Clerk 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 Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Purchasing Agent
- Great Plains Technology Center
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Lawton, OK
FULL_TIME
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- Obtains quotes, inputs purchasing requisitions, verifies invoices, and submits invoices for payment to the Business Office; opens and closes purchase orders as necessary
- Analyzes, maintains, and records purchases for the department to ensure the department stays within the allowed budget; tracks budgets for maintenance projects across campus
- Coordinates the preparation and review and/or solicitation of bids and bid specifications
- Coordinates quotes for board agenda items with the appropriate administrator
- Ensures purchases adhere to purchasing guidelines set by Federal and State law and the school’s board policies
- Prepare purchase requisitions for purchases assigned to capital plan monies
- Coordinates the public surplus auction process for the school
- Maintains custodial supply inventory
- Manages the appointment calendar for the Director of Purchasing & Maintenance
- Prepares board agenda items for the department
- Serves as the receiving clerk in the absence of the receiving clerk
- Answers departmental telephone calls as necessary
- Customer Service: Be consistently courteous and helpful in all interactions, work to resolve issues quickly even when it requires extra work and being positive and friendly even in difficult situations.
- Communication Skills: Be an effective communicator, able to convey information clearly and concisely to students, colleagues, and others. Listen actively and respond appropriately to inquiries, concerns, and feedback. Be proficient in communicating both orally and in writing.
- Professionalism: Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of work, including preparation, punctuality, attendance and commitment to ongoing development. Work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Computer Skills: Possess intermediate computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel and ability to type 55 words per minute.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bookkeeping, accounting, or related field experience
- Hold or be willing to obtain Oklahoma Certified Procurement Officer certification
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or related field
- Knowledge of Federal and State bidding regulations
- Career Technology Center experience
JobID: 255
Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Purchasing Agent
Date Posted:
3/14/2024
Location:
Great Plains Technology Center Lawton
Date Available:
05/01/2024
Closing Date:
03/24/2024
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Safety Designation
Not Safety Sensitive
Reports to
Director of Purchasing and Maintenance
Starting Salary
$45,000.00
Contract Length
12 Month
Deadline
March 24, 2024
Job Description
Summary/objective
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for coordinating the purchasing process for the Purchasing & Maintenance Department as well as some purchases for other departments to ensure that procurement is fair, open and effective while maintaining the integrity of spending of public funds. The position is also responsible for office functions related to the day-to-day operations of the Purchasing & Maintenance Department.
Essential functions
Competencies
Supervisory responsibilities
None
Work environment
The purchasing agent typically works in an office environment, but the mission of the school may require work other settings. A standard workweek is required but this position may also require evening or weekend hours.
Physical demands
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to remain stationary, move/position objects, move about the office, building and/or across campus. The position is required to communicate with staff, students, customers and others regularly. Employee is required to perform extensive work at the computer display terminal.
Travel required
Occasional travel within and outside of the Great Plains Technology Center district may be required for sponsorship of student activities, professional development, and participation in other Great Plains Technology Center activities.
Required education and experience
Preferred education and experience
Discrimination Statement
Great Plains Technology Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. If you have any questions about equal opportunity please contact; Human Resources, 580-355-6371, hr@greatplains.edu.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or their designee.
Employment Benefits Include: 100% paid health insurance; paid sick leave; paid school holidays off; tuition reimbursement; 100% paid contribution to teacher’s retirement.
Great Plains Technology Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Obtains quotes, inputs purchasing requisitions, verifies invoices, and submits invoices for payment to the Business Office; opens and closes purchase orders as necessary
- Analyzes, maintains, and records purchases for the department to ensure the department stays within the allowed budget; tracks budgets for maintenance projects across campus
- Coordinates the preparation and review and/or solicitation of bids and bid specifications
- Coordinates quotes for board agenda items with the appropriate administrator
- Ensures purchases adhere to purchasing guidelines set by Federal and State law and the school’s board policies
- Prepare purchase requisitions for purchases assigned to capital plan monies
- Coordinates the public surplus auction process for the school
- Maintains custodial supply inventory
- Manages the appointment calendar for the Director of Purchasing & Maintenance
- Prepares board agenda items for the department
- Serves as the receiving clerk in the absence of the receiving clerk
- Answers departmental telephone calls as necessary
- Customer Service: Be consistently courteous and helpful in all interactions, work to resolve issues quickly even when it requires extra work and being positive and friendly even in difficult situations.
- Communication Skills: Be an effective communicator, able to convey information clearly and concisely to students, colleagues, and others. Listen actively and respond appropriately to inquiries, concerns, and feedback. Be proficient in communicating both orally and in writing.
- Professionalism: Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of work, including preparation, punctuality, attendance and commitment to ongoing development. Work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Computer Skills: Possess intermediate computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel and ability to type 55 words per minute.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bookkeeping, accounting, or related field experience
- Hold or be willing to obtain Oklahoma Certified Procurement Officer certification
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or related field
- Knowledge of Federal and State bidding regulations
- Career Technology Center experience
JobID: 255
Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Purchasing Agent
Date Posted:
3/14/2024
Location:
Great Plains Technology Center Lawton
Date Available:
05/01/2024
Closing Date:
03/24/2024
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Safety Designation
Not Safety Sensitive
Reports to
Director of Purchasing and Maintenance
Starting Salary
$45,000.00
Contract Length
12 Month
Deadline
March 24, 2024
Job Description
Summary/objective
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for coordinating the purchasing process for the Purchasing & Maintenance Department as well as some purchases for other departments to ensure that procurement is fair, open and effective while maintaining the integrity of spending of public funds. The position is also responsible for office functions related to the day-to-day operations of the Purchasing & Maintenance Department.
Essential functions
Competencies
Supervisory responsibilities
None
Work environment
The purchasing agent typically works in an office environment, but the mission of the school may require work other settings. A standard workweek is required but this position may also require evening or weekend hours.
Physical demands
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to remain stationary, move/position objects, move about the office, building and/or across campus. The position is required to communicate with staff, students, customers and others regularly. Employee is required to perform extensive work at the computer display terminal.
Travel required
Occasional travel within and outside of the Great Plains Technology Center district may be required for sponsorship of student activities, professional development, and participation in other Great Plains Technology Center activities.
Required education and experience
Preferred education and experience
Discrimination Statement
Great Plains Technology Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. If you have any questions about equal opportunity please contact; Human Resources, 580-355-6371, hr@greatplains.edu.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or their designee.
Employment Benefits Include: 100% paid health insurance; paid sick leave; paid school holidays off; tuition reimbursement; 100% paid contribution to teacher’s retirement.
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About Lawton, Oklahoma
Lawton is the fifth largest city in Oklahoma, located at 34°36′16″N 98°23′45″W / 34.60444°N 98.39583°W / 34.60444; -98.39583 (34.604444 N, 98.395833 W). The city has a total area of 75.1 sq mi (195 km2), all land. Lawton is located approximately 84 mi (135 km) southwest of Oklahoma City. Other surrounding cities include Wichita Falls about 47 mi (76 km) to the south, Duncan about 33 mi (53 km) to the east, and Altus about 56 mi (90 km) to the west.
Lawton lies in an area typical of the Great Plains, with prairie, few trees, and flat topography with gently rolling hills. The region north of ...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Clerk jobs
$36,765 to $48,022
Lawton, Oklahoma area prices
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