District Support Procurement Specialist, Information Technology Center Position Available In Jackson, Missouri

Salary Not Available District Support Procurement Specialist, Information Technology Center
North Kansas City Schools

Location:

Kansas City, MO – 64155
Positions available: 1
Job #: 5236513

Source:

SchoolSpring | North Kansas City Schools

Posted:

6/13/2025

Web Site:

www.schoolspring.com

Job Type:

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DISTRICT SUPPORT, PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST QUALIFICATIONS

1. Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the completion of an Associates Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Procurement or related field
2. Possession of, or ability to obtain within four (4) years, Certified Professional Buyer (CPPB) or equivalent certification; valid driver’s license
3. One or more years of increasingly responsible experience in purchasing, public purchasing preferred; experience with automated procurement systems preferred
4. Possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical attributes necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
5. Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate or acceptable.

REPORTS TO

Chief Information Officer

JOB GOAL

Efficiently process bids for commodities, products, and services needed for school units, coordinate and facilitate contract administration and payments in accordance with District policy and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

CORE COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

Customer Service Initiative Learning Problem Solving/Decision Making Communication Negotiation Teamwork Time Management Leadership through Service Written Communication Technology Literacy Meeting Management Oral Communication

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Developing and implementing specifications, commodity contracts, and other purchasing documents
2. Competitively procure commodities, supplies, and professional services for district departments, including researching, receiving, and analyzing bid specifications and requirements, recommending sources for purchase, delivery, and making necessary adjustments
3. Developing and evaluating Requests for Information (RFI), Request for Bids (RFB), Requests for Quotations (RFQ), and Request for Proposals (RFP)
4. Utilize automated procurement and financial systems and other software applications as required
5. Research and utilize cooperative procurement agreements
6. Assist with training district staff on purchasing procedures, including purchasing, financial, and procurement systems, and customized training programs
7. Establish and maintain price agreements, as assigned
8. Develop and manage assigned contracts between the district and vendors
9. Assist end users in the management and oversight of contract performance
10. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned
11. Adheres to good safety practices.
12. Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
13. Complies with all district rules, regulations, and policies.
14. Other duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The individual who holds this position is regularly required to walk, hear and speak and must have close moderate and distance vision ability. This individual must be able to travel between district facilities. The position requires a moderate amount of travel and physical activity.

CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is consistent with typical office/school environment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board Of Education. Benefits according to Board policies.

FLSA:

Exempt

RETIREMENT

Public Education Employee Retirement Systems (PEERS)

CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluations utilizing the Performance-Based Support Staff Evaluation process. Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.