Buyer Technician, Nutrition Services

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrition Services Buyer Technician should be familiar with institutional food service. This individual will serve as a liaison between the Nutrition Services staff and supply sources, such as the warehouse, vendors, and other kitchens/cafeterias, to facilitate the purchase of equipment and food and support the successful operations of cafeterias and the Nutrition Services Department.

Requirements

Ability to operate a Cherry-Picker and obtain certification.
Use of basic office equipment, including computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines.
Comply with OPS's guidelines for equipment use.
Respond rapidly in emergency situations.
Organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift, move, and reposition objects and materials - frequently exerting force equal to lifting fifty (50) pounds.
Demonstrated skills in basic accounting procedures, invoicing, bid analysis, and product testing.
Strong knowledge and experience in Microsoft programs - Word, EXCEL, Access, and PowerPoint.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills, demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated understanding of good customer and vendor relations.
Skills pertinent to positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with all staff, students, parents, administrators, and the community.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Minimum of three years of successful work experience in purchasing supplies, equipment, and services, preferably in food service.
Experience with PeopleSoft and AutoQuotes preferred.
Experience working in a K-12 education environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Write, issue, and evaluate bids; coordinate the supply of all food, paper, office supplies, services, and equipment with the warehouse, schools, and/or vendors to meet production schedules, including the annual order, requisitions, purchase orders, and daily purchases.
Organize and sort large and small Nutrition Services' equipment sent to the warehouse from schools.
Ensure all received items meet the specifications established in the bids, resolve any discrepancies, and track vendor/manufacturer issues.
Monitor and verify the inventory level of all supplies and equipment for the Nutrition Services Department.
Arrange and track equipment repairs and warranties for Nutrition Services' equipment.
Approve invoices for payment and log equipment repairs, which include resolving invoice discrepancies.
Compile and prepare auction items and communicate them to the appropriate persons.
Complete calculations for surveys and other required reports.
Coordinate transfers of equipment, food, and other materials to district buildings as needed.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times.
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor or other central office administrators designated by the Superintendent.