Procurement Specialist

Job description

Wage - $21.77 an hour Schedule – Full Time: Our staff also enjoy these benefits: MTC is proud to operate the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team! What you will be doing: Responsible for planning and executing the most cost-effective procurement from external suppliers of products and services necessary for center operation, in compliance with government and management directives. - Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance - Short & long-term disability - 401(k) retirement plan - Paid time off and paid holidays - Professional development assistance - Career advancement opportunities Essential Functions: - Review requisitions to determine what vendors are to be contacted for price quotations and placement of contracts; evaluate all bids and then select a vendor - Ensure adherence to quality standards, required delivery schedules and contractual terms - Conduct follow-up on purchase orders past due with appropriate vendor - Maintain vendor contacts and vendor supply lists - Coordinate...