Purchasing Coordinator - price comparison (remote)

Clearpath Meridian Civic Services Group provides shared administrative services to local governments around Oakland, and we need a Purchasing Coordinator to lead our price comparison. We follow procedures carefully and explain them clearly. What you will do • Keep stock linked to budget submissions at sensible levels. • Compare prices and delivery times and recommend where to buy. • Maintain supplier records and contracts. • Place and track purchase orders with suppliers. • Match invoices to orders and resolve differences. What we are looking for • Strong spreadsheet and negotiation skills. • Organised and courteous with suppliers. • Experience in purchasing, procurement or inventory. Nice to have • Experience with an ERP system. • Knowledge of suppliers that support budget submissions. Working arrangement • Contract for eight months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. • Remote-friendly, with an occasional day on site in Oakland. • We will tell you what to expect at each step of the hiring process.