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Purchasing Agent I
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City of South Fulton
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 the City of South Fulton. This position is responsible for the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services in compliance with all applicable laws, policies, rules, and regulations as set forth by the City of South Fulton and other applicable federal, state, and local agencies. Technical and administrative direction is received from the Director of Purchasing.
Essential Functions
Advise and assist employees in developing specifications and purchasing planning.
Process purchase requisitions and prepare purchase orders.
Obtain and evaluate 1-2 vendor quotes for purchases under $5,000.00.
Verify vendor status in the Georgia Vendor Registry.
Maintain procurement documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
Assist with vendor registration and database maintenance.
Communicate with internal departments to clarify purchasing needs.
Support formal bid activities and contract document management.
Ensure all purchasing activities are in compliance with City of South Fulton rules, regulations, and policy, and all applicable state and federal laws.
Ensure all deadlines and conditions described on contracts are met.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Training
Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, or a directly related field, plus two years of experience in a purchasing environment; OR four years of experience in a purchasing environment.
Equivalent combination of education and job-specific experience may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.
Never convicted of a felony.
Must meet the City’s background requirements.
Work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
Certification / License
Certification in the purchasing profession by a national purchasing organization, or equivalent recognition authority (preferred).
Minimum Qualifications
Business practices related to purchasing.
Laws, policies, and procedures governing public procurement.
Basic principles of accounting, budgeting, and statistics as they relate to purchasing activities.
Skilled in personal computers and common office software and productivity tools, including MS Office, MS Outlook, Adobe Pro, and ERP systems.
Knowledge in researching and preparing highly complex specifications, solicitations, and contract documents.
Ability to source appropriate suppliers to support the delivery of services and equipment, develop new supply sources, and analyze supplier responses and quotes.
Ability to lead and facilitate supplier selections to achieve favorable terms on quality, delivery, and price, ensuring end‑user needs are met and delivering substantial cost savings consistently.
Ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets.
Ability to develop effective and cooperative working relationships with employees and suppliers.
Ability to coordinate, manage, problem‑solve, strategize, schedule, analyze, and plan.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, conveying complex and technical subjects clearly, concisely, and positively.
Ability to successfully deal with all persons fairly and equitably.
Proven ability to work under pressure.
Ability to maintain the integrity of the public procurement process.
Possess complete integrity and a high sense of personal and professional ethics.
Physical Requirements This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of light‑weight objects (5‑10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals and to communicate orally. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industry Government Administration
Atlanta, GA $75,000.00‑$85,000.00 1 week ago
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Purchasing Agent I
role at
City of South Fulton
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 the City of South Fulton. This position is responsible for the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services in compliance with all applicable laws, policies, rules, and regulations as set forth by the City of South Fulton and other applicable federal, state, and local agencies. Technical and administrative direction is received from the Director of Purchasing.
Essential Functions
Advise and assist employees in developing specifications and purchasing planning.
Process purchase requisitions and prepare purchase orders.
Obtain and evaluate 1-2 vendor quotes for purchases under $5,000.00.
Verify vendor status in the Georgia Vendor Registry.
Maintain procurement documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
Assist with vendor registration and database maintenance.
Communicate with internal departments to clarify purchasing needs.
Support formal bid activities and contract document management.
Ensure all purchasing activities are in compliance with City of South Fulton rules, regulations, and policy, and all applicable state and federal laws.
Ensure all deadlines and conditions described on contracts are met.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Training
Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, or a directly related field, plus two years of experience in a purchasing environment; OR four years of experience in a purchasing environment.
Equivalent combination of education and job-specific experience may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.
Never convicted of a felony.
Must meet the City’s background requirements.
Work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
Certification / License
Certification in the purchasing profession by a national purchasing organization, or equivalent recognition authority (preferred).
Minimum Qualifications
Business practices related to purchasing.
Laws, policies, and procedures governing public procurement.
Basic principles of accounting, budgeting, and statistics as they relate to purchasing activities.
Skilled in personal computers and common office software and productivity tools, including MS Office, MS Outlook, Adobe Pro, and ERP systems.
Knowledge in researching and preparing highly complex specifications, solicitations, and contract documents.
Ability to source appropriate suppliers to support the delivery of services and equipment, develop new supply sources, and analyze supplier responses and quotes.
Ability to lead and facilitate supplier selections to achieve favorable terms on quality, delivery, and price, ensuring end‑user needs are met and delivering substantial cost savings consistently.
Ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets.
Ability to develop effective and cooperative working relationships with employees and suppliers.
Ability to coordinate, manage, problem‑solve, strategize, schedule, analyze, and plan.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, conveying complex and technical subjects clearly, concisely, and positively.
Ability to successfully deal with all persons fairly and equitably.
Proven ability to work under pressure.
Ability to maintain the integrity of the public procurement process.
Possess complete integrity and a high sense of personal and professional ethics.
Physical Requirements This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of light‑weight objects (5‑10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals and to communicate orally. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industry Government Administration
Atlanta, GA $75,000.00‑$85,000.00 1 week ago
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