Atlanta Public Schools - PURCHASING AGENT (PROCUREMENT) - Job ID: 621
Position Summary:
Under technical and administrative direction, the Purchasing Agent performs comprehensive professional work for complex and/or sensitive procurement activities in the solicitation and contracting functions of the centralized purchasing requirements of Atlanta Public Schools. This position is responsible for procuring supplies, equipment, and services in compliance with all applicable laws, policies, rules, and regulations as set forth by the Atlanta Board of Education, the Georgia Department of Education, and other federal, state, and local agencies. Technical and administrative direction is received from the Executive Director of Procurement Services. Supervision may be exercised over a team of professional, technical, and clerical staff engaged in purchasing activities.
EDUCATION:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Business Law, Finance, Purchasing, or a closely related field required.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
• Must obtain a National Certification within three (3) years after being placed in this position is required.
• National Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) Certification preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a public procurement department required.
• 1-year supervisory experience required.
• Prior Lawson or other ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Construction procurement preferred.
Salary Grade: 129; Salary Range: 2024 - 2025 Salary Schedule; Work Year: Annual