Buyer, Business

Buyer

Date Posted: 4/21/2026

Location:

Procurement

Date Available:

ASAP

Position/

Title:

Buyer

Bargaining Unit: NON-UNION

Department/

Location:

Procurement

Work Days: 261

Reports To:

Procurement Coordinator

JD Revision Date: 04/14/2026

Supervises: N/A

The Buyer will assist department administration in obtaining correct documentation required for procurement thresholds set by the state of Illinois. This position shall assume the responsibilities of assisting in all purchasing and procurement processes. The ideal individual is analytical, detailed oriented, and will have the ability to multitask. The individual must be able to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing.

District U-46's Buying Team must demonstrate a high level of customer service to both internal and external relationships.

• Assistindevelopingandmaintainingeffectivesystemsformonitoringpurchaseordersand procurement activities.
• Determineappropriateprocurementmethodsandobtaincompetitivepricingthroughquotation processes while maintaining accurate records for analysis and audit purposes.
• Processsupplyandequipmentrequisitionsandpurchaseordersfordistrictdepartmentsinatimely manner.
• Maintainongoingcommunicationwithvendorsthroughoutthepurchasingprocess;identify and elevate procurement issues as needed.
• Supportadministratorsinevaluatingandutilizingexistingresourcespriortoinitiatingnewpurchases.
• Assistwiththeprocurementofsupplies,materials,equipment,andservicesforthe
  
  District.
• Supportthebiddingand Request for Proposal (RFP) processes,ensuringcompliancewithdistrict policies and procedures.
• Collaborateeffectivelywithadministration,cross-functional departments,andvendorstopromote proper planning, standards, and procurement practices.
• Providetrainingandsupporttodistrictstaffonpurchasingprotocolsandfinancialsystemusage.
• Conductinternalauditstoensuredistrict-widecompliancewithpurchasingpoliciesandprocedures.
• Maintainstrongvendorrelationshipsanddeliverahighlevelofcustomer service.
• Assistinthedevelopment,implementation,andcontinuousimprovementofoperatingprocedures.
• Supportinventorymanagementeffortstomaintainappropriateminimumandmaximumstocklevels.
• Coordinatewithshippingandreceivingtoensuretimelydeliveryfulfillment,resolutionofbackorders, processing of returns, and correction of shipment discrepancies.
• Workcollaborativelyinateam-oriented environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor'sDegreestronglypreferred(Business Administration,Finance,Supply Chain,orrelatedfield).

• Experience inpurchasingorprocurement preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite and database systems.
• Experience working in public sector or education environments.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and communicate ideas clearly and effectively using written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent problem solving and customer service skills.

• Ability to work on a computer over the majority of the workday.
• Ability to work in an fast paced environment.

• This is a 12-month work year position. Salary and benefits are established by the Board of Education.
• The full salary range for this position is $54,752.00 - $82,139.00. It is our typical practice to hire between the minimum and midpoint ($68,446.00).