PROCUREMENT OFFICER
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
(Job Opening ID #515661)
Full-time position available with the General Services Department, Purchasing Division, 414 E. 12th St.
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Assists in planning, coordinating and overseeing the central procurement activities of the City. Assists in consolidating the needs of the various departments by standardizing supplies, materials and equipment. Assists with the development and installation of improved clerical practices in stores methods and procedures. Confers with vendors and their representatives concerning their products and discussing materials, equipment, supplies, services, prices, trade and cash discounts. Assists in the preparation of proposals and specifications and verifies commodities and services against purchase orders and contracts awarded to vendors. Prepares and presents recommendations on purchases. Answers special correspondence on procurement matters and handles special assignments and problems arising within the division. May act as a lead worker.
REQUIRES an accredited Associate's degree and 2 years progressively responsible procurement experience in procurement activities; OR high school graduation and 4 years of experience in procurement activities.
Salary Range: $20.48-$30.71/hour.
Application Deadline: October 3, 2022. Apply online at www.kcmo.gov/jobs. EOE. The City of Kansas City, Missouri is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.