Inventory and Purchasing Specialist

Summary of Work

The North Dakota Department of Transportation is seeking professionals to contribute to the shaping of future transportation solutions. This role involves various tasks such as data entry, procurement of goods and services, inventory control, and managing the daily motor pool.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Orders and vouchers
• Purchase Card
• Vehicle and Equipment Usage Reports
• Procurement of Vehicle and Equipment Repair Parts
• Miscellaneous Purchases
• Building and Janitorial Supplies
• Shop, Section, Construction and Sign Shop Supplies
• Contact vendors with concerns, questions, or problems
• Pay District bills
• Aid in annual inventory and perform inventory cycle counts
• Perform disposal and adjustments on inventory items
• Maintain Parts and Supplies in District storeroom
• Checks and Balances for select field inventories
• Dispatch vehicles
• Monitor vehicle assignments and coordinate the redistribution of vehicles as directed by State Fleet Services
• Input vehicle usage

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Four years of storeroom, procurement/purchasing, or warehouse related work experience
• Valid Class D operator’s license
• Physical mobility compatibility with warehouse setting
• Ability to lift and carry several items up to 50 pounds

About the Role

This role plays a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions for communities across North Dakota. The department upholds values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications listed above

Skills

• Data entry skills
• Procurement and purchasing experience
• Inventory management
• Vehicle dispatch and coordination

Benefits

The State of North Dakota provides a strong and competitive rewards package that supports employees, their health, and their families.

Pay

NDDOT Starting Salary: $4,370 / month

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not provided in the job posting.

Total Rewards

The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

Application Procedures

Candidates must submit an application by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. Application materials, including resume and cover letter, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.

Technical difficulties during the application process can be contacted via recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-3290. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact the DOT Talent Acquisition Team at dot.recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-2651.

Learn more about NDDOT. TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1 (800) 366-6888.

Note: NDDOT does not provide sponsorships and we are not an E-Verify employer.

The State of North Dakota is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Equal Employment Opportunity is practiced.