Job

Procurement Specialist

  • Company: Hamilton County Department of Education
  • Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421 USA
  • Salary:
  • Date Posted: November 10, 2025
  • Closing Date: November 30, 2025

Description

The role is responsible for assisting in the management and support of the procurement functions of the school district to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as district policies. This includes reviewing and processing procurement requests, analyzing and improving system-level processes, managing departmental projects and programs, and providing technical guidance and training to staff. The position oversees daily departmental operations, maintains accurate records, processes expense claims, audits invoices, and ensures proper documentation of contracts and purchasing activities.

The incumbent serves as a resource to operating departments, schools, and external stakeholders, offering expert guidance on procurement policies and procedures while fostering a customer-focused, collaborative environment. Additionally, the role involves system troubleshooting, coordinating software updates, reporting, clerical support, and ensuring adherence to ethical standards, confidentiality, and safety protocols. Please see the HCS Job Board for official description and additional details: https://careers.hcde.org/jobs/21813?lang=en-us

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field required; Four (4) years previous work experience involving purchasing, procurement, project management, or related field; Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
  • CPPO, CPPB, CPM, PMP, PgMP, CAPM, and/or comparable procurement – project management certifications highly desirable.

Application Process

Please refer to the HCS job board at: https://careers.hcde.org/jobs/21813?lang=en-us

Contact Info


Name: Lindsay Cepero
Phone: 423-498-7173
Email: Cepero_Lindsay@HCDE.Org
Closing Date: November 30, 2025
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