Sustainable Procurement Project Coordinator

City of Boston

13h

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Director or designee, performs a variety of experienced office/business support to the City of Boston’s procurement team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma is required OR college degree, specialized training, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in clerical or office work, or related field. An associate's degree may count for up to one (1) year of required experience, and a bachelor’s degree may count for up to two (2) years of required experience.
• Knowledge of professional office practices, procedures, and techniques, including the use of a PC and the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.
• Considerable knowledge of municipal contract and proposal procedures; ability to understand and carry out moderately complex directions.
• Considerable knowledge of filing systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with vendors and requisitioning departments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license to visit various City locations on a weekly basis.
• Project Coordinator experience.
• Considerable knowledge of the Massachusetts State Environmentally Preferred Products.
• BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Responsibilities

• Maintain the procurement and maintenance of drinking water for all City of Boston employees.
• Maintain and update a database that includes updates to delivery locations, department contacts, inventory needs for departments, and other general needs.
• Process change requests while coordinating with suppliers and requesting departments.
• Confirm deliveries and inventory for all locations.
• Review and process monthly invoices as well as department chargebacks.
• Act as a liaison between the Environment department and city departments, requesting environmentally sustainable goods and services.
• Support the City of Boston’s surplus property policy.
• Performs other various related duties as required by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED