Buyer ; Procurement and Supply Specialist

Location:CCS District Office Spokane

Department:District Purchasing Office

Salary Range: $4,108 - $5,506

Starting salary for this position is: $4,108 (Monthly) Employees hired at the entry step of this range receive salary step advancement after six months and every 12 months thereafter. An employee hired at anything higher than the entry step of the range will have salary step advancement after 12 months and every 12 months thereafter until they reach the top of the salary range.

Each salary step advancement will be approximately a 5% increase.

Spokane Colleges is comprised of two accredited colleges, Spokane Community College (SCC) and Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) serving Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, Ferry, and Pend Oreille Counties, as well as portions of Lincoln County. Both colleges are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and governed by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 07/20/2026 The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Procurement Manager, performs procurement activities supporting multiple Spokane Colleges departments in compliance with State of Washington regulations and institutional policies and procedures. Responsibilities include sourcing goods and services, managing the procurement process, issuing and evaluating bids, and resolving purchasing issues.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Procure goods and services within delegated authority, ensuring compliance with state law and college policies. *
• Assist in developing bid specifications, issuing bid requests, and awarding contracts and purchase orders. *
• Manage the full procurement cycle from purchase requisition to receipt of goods/services, including determining and recommending the most appropriate procurement method (e.g., purchase card, purchase order, contract, etc.) *
• Resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, invoices, shipments, and freight charges. *
• Conduct market research and work with suppliers to promote competition, diversity, quality and cost savings. *
• Coordinate payments with Accounts Payable using vouchers, purchase cards, and system processes. *
• Support staff in preparing accurate purchase requests and understanding procurement requirements and regulations. *
• Process Purchase Requisition s (PRs) into Purchase Orders (POs), distribute to vendors and resolve order discrepancies. *
• Research and resolve issues throughout the procurement process. *
• Maintain procurement records, databases, and files. *
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Ensure compliance with all district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable and other Business Office departments to promote effective vendor relations, address inquiries or discrepancies, and facilitate prompt and accurate vendor payments.
• Support and advance Spokane Colleges’ strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned.

* Indicates this is an essential duty.

COMPETENCIES

• Manages Complexity
• Resourceful
• Action Oriented
• Plans & Aligns
• Financial Acumen
• Collaborates
• Instills Trust
• Customer Focus
• Optimizes Work Processes

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Business Administration or related field AND two years of full-time purchasing experience., or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to complete Department of Enterprise Services (DES) procurement and contract training within 60 days of hire.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of accounts…