Procurement Specialist

T he Gaston County Finance Department has the responsibility of recording and reporting on the financial activities of the County and verifying that all financial transactions are conducted and recorded in accordance with the budget ordinance, applicable laws, guidelines provided by regulatory agencies, and generally accepted accounting principles and County policies. An hourly salary range of $47.02 - $54.66 is anticipated for this position. The duties listed below are not all duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered essential for an employee to perform. Support year-end procurement processes. Review of requisitions/purchase orders. Provide year-end training to County employees, via scheduled computer labs. Assist with policy development and revisions, as needed. Provide procurement system user support, responding to departmental and employees concerning procurement-related inquiries and discrepancies. Research and assist with the preparation of special reports for management. Follow the interpretation of policies and procedures to resolve procurement-related issues, problems and discrepancies. Assist with other general office duties filing, assisting public, preparing journal entries, reconciling account activities, and assisting co-workers when needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Work Style:

Strong work ethic with an emphasis on accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Interpersonal Skills:

Team-oriented, with the ability to build consensus and provide exceptional customer service while upholding Procurement standards.

Problem-Solving:

Analytical thinker with the curiosity to investigate and resolve issues effectively.

Relationship-Building:

Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, and the ability to build strong relationships while enforcing procurement policies and procedures.

Knowledge Requirements:

Procurement Life Cycle, Contract Management, Purchase Order Processing, and General Ledger. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Working knowledge of federal and state statutes pertaining to purchasing and

Uniform Guidance Supervisory & Coordination Skills:

Ability to coordinate deadlines and prioritize tasks.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Excel, with additional skills in data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation. Associate's degree in accounting or related field. 1 year of Tyler Munis financial system experience. The candidate selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment