| The Temporary Purchasing Specialist performs a variety of duties related to the purchasing of District materials and supplies; prepares and reviews purchasing specifications and quotes; receives, stores, and distributes materials and tools at warehouse and other locations. Typical tasks include: · Purchases equipment, materials, chemicals, and supplies to enable the District to provide necessary services and projects, including during emergency situations. · Prepares and processes purchase orders. · Oversees an inventory control system for materials, supplies, and parts for the District. · Operates and maintains asset inventory and accounting systems connected to the District’s financial accounting system. · Investigates and develops new vendors and sources of supply and maintains the District’s relationships with current supplier contacts. · Develops forms and processes for quotes, analyzes information, negotiates as necessary, and recommends vendors. · Verifies accuracy of amounts billed against the bid/quote prices. · Processes inventory receipts, receives inventory, and verifies the accuracy of shipments; reports problems and discrepancies to vendors. · Performs periodic inventory counts to ensure quantity control and systems accuracy as well as a complete physical count for annual auditing purposes; processes and documents surplus items for disposal. · Builds and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers, outside agencies, vendors, consultants/contractors, and the public, using principles of good customer service. This is a temporary position that is limited to less than an average of twenty (20) hours per week, and as such is not eligible for benefits. |