Senior Buyer
Ascension parish School BoardAscension Parish School Board Job Description JOB TITLE: Senior Buyer JOB TYPE: 691 POSITION REPORTS TO: Suppy Chain Supervisor PAY GRADE: ADM-7 FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt ASSIGNMENT PERIOD 260 days I. SUMMARY OF POSITION’S PURPOSE Ensures that all materials and services required by the Ascension Parish School Board are purchased in the most professional, ethical and legal manner possible. Assists the Supply Chain Supervisor in any function required to oversee the operations of the purchasing departments. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION - Associate or Bachelor’s Degree and/or 5 years’ experience in purchasing. EXPERIENCE - 5+ years’ experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain operations, logistics, vendor management, or related operational funcations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares and evaluates Requests for Quotes (RFQ’s). Processes and expedites Purchase Orders. Assists with the training of any new buyers and staff on purchasing/bid law procedures. Researches, prepares, evaluates and awards sealed bids. Negotiates contracts and vendor agreements. Researches and monitors potential vendors. Monitors market trends and identifies potential cost savings. Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, vendors, etc. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured. Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management. Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives. Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Orients new co-workers and actively supports teamwork throughout the school system. Performs other services as required. NOTE: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The Ascension Parish School Board reserves the right to change this description at its discretion. SIGNATURES: Supervisor Date Employee Date This job description was approved by the Ascension Parish School Board on: September 1, 2026.