Minimum Requirements An associate's degree in accounting or a business-related program from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of two years' experience in purchasing/business-related field. Preferred Requirements Bachelor's degree with five years of purchasing experience. Primary Functions of Position Under the general direction of the Controller and in support of the College, the Procurement & Equipment Specialist will coordinate activities related to procuring goods and services, including equipment, supplies, and other materials for the College. The Procurement & Equipment Specialist will provide purchasing assistance and complete required procurement documentation for bids and other purchasing activities in support of the College departments and campus operations. The position will work in conjunction with the State Procurement Office and the North Carolina Community College System to support the College's procurement and inventory requirements.

Essential Duties:

Manage all requests for purchase of equipment, supplies, materials, and services according to rules, regulations, and policies outlined by local and state agencies, including the NC Division of Purchase & Contracts and the NC Interactive Purchasing System. Review, edit, and approve requisitions and purchase orders to ensure accuracy of vendor, commodity code, price, description, and accounting code. Coordinate equipment inspections. Assist authorities during purchasing audits and inspections. Prepare and publicly post procurement solicitations as needed, and conduct public bid openings. Create new vendor accounts in the College ERP system and maintain vendor and contract files. Collaborate with other Business Office employees in the administration of the Purchasing Card [P-Card] Program for the college. Acquire and maintain all required Purchasing & Contracts certifications. Create and maintain user accounts, including the approval flows in E-Procurement and NCID as well as vendor purchasing accounts. Conduct procurement training. Review and update the SCC Purchasing Manual and Purchasing Department policies and procedures. Maintain equipment and inventory records in the College ERP system. Manage the disposal and/or relocation of equipment including recycled and/or scrap metal items. Prepare monthly and annually required procurement and equipment reports to include the Purchasing & Flexibility Report for the NC Communit College System and the Procurement Plan Report. Provide information for Public Records Requests concerning procurement. Prepare and post surplus items for sale or transfer, and coordinate the distribution and pickup process. Conduct the physical fixed asset inventory annually. Prepare and process all vehicle title work for the college. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills that promote collaboration and productivity. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Application Procedures A completed Southeastern Community College application (located on the SCC website), a resume, a letter of interest addressing the requirements, and educational transcripts (unofficial copies of transcripts will be sufficient for the screening process, but official copies must be submitted prior to employment) must be submitted to the college Human Resources Office in order for applicants to be considered for this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and screened for candidates who meet the qualifications of the position. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should submit all documents as requested on the SCC website at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sccnc. Inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Office, Southeastern Community College, P.O. Box 151, Whiteville, NC 28472. Telephone (910) 788-6310. An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer