Start Date: Immediate

Position Type: Permanent

Position Open To: Permanent CUPE and CUPE supply

Location : Sarnia Education Centre

Posting Overview:

The Purchasing Clerk will provide clerical support to the Purchasing team by completing procurement and risk mitigation activities.Qualifications/Experience:

Graduation from a one-year community college diploma is a minimum;

one year of experience in a purchasing environment is preferred.

Other Key Skills & Knowledge :

good organizational and clerical skills in order to process purchase orders; including creating, adding, printing, and amending purchase orders; as well as distribute, scanning, photocopy, and file purchase orders;

open, date stamp, sort and distribute incoming mail;

a good understanding of all procedures and functions of the Board's finance system to input requisitions and assist users with completion of purchase orders and requisitions;

understanding of risk mitigation documentation and identification of valid insurance certificates, WSIB clearances and surety bonds;

basic knowledge of the Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive;

excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with vendors and staff via telephone and/or personal contact;

answer telephone, respond to enquiries if possible or direct caller appropriately;

working knowledge with Microsoft Suite of applications including MS Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook;

proficiency with Excel to create spreadsheets and maintain data;

proficiency with e-mail as a method of communication;

demonstrated team member to work effectively with all staff;

excellent organization and time management skills to meet deadlines;

assist with the preparation of RFX documents, vendor notifications, and training guides;

conduct small procurement bids and evaluate proposals;

assist with the disposition of surplus items in compliance with Board Procedures;

all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Purchasing. Position Effective Date & Length:

Permanent, 12 month, 35 hours/week

Level 2 - $22.00/hour - $23.29/hour

Application Instructions: Applications will only be accepted through our online process until 4:00 p.m. on the posting closing date. Applicants are asked to submit a resume and cover letter. Inquiries can be directed to: Sam Zoccano, Recruitment Officer at 519-336-1530 x 31322.All applicants will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please contact Apply to Education directly prior to the deadline date and time. The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to supporting inclusive and equitable learning and work environments for all. Through our recruitment and selection process, we strive to provide a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to: First Nations, Mtis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;

members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;

persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;

persons who identify as women; and

persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.The LKDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practice in compliance with the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.). In compliance with the A.O.D.A., the Lambton Kent District School Board will make necessary accommodations for applicants with disabilities to support participation in the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources if you require assistance.