1.0 Permanent Purchasing Clerk

CUPE (Office, Clerical & Technical) The Near North District School Board is Hiring! 1.0 Permanent Purchasing Clerk Effective Immediately Qualifications Minimum 1-2 year post-secondary diploma in business, accounting or a related field 1-3 years of experience in a financial accounting position completed course(s) and/or working towards purchasing accreditation through the Ontario Public Buyers Association or Purchasing Management Association of Canada is an asset Possess a valid class G Driver's license and reliable vehicle Skills Required Demonstrated experience and knowledge in computerizes purchasing/accounting preferably in an education or fund accounting environment Demonstrated understanding of accounting concepts Proficiency with spreadsheets and word processing Strong mathematical and analytical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills Ability to work with time sensitive and confidential materials Duties And Responsibilities Sorting, Distribution and Response to purchasing related communications Monitoring of open purchase orders and follow-up Processing of electronic requisitions to purchase orders ensuring compliance with Administrative Guidelines, Health & Safety Guidelines, Budget Availability, Tax and General Ledger Coding and all Relevant Legislation Liaison and provision of resources and support to address employee queries regarding purchasing, purchase orders and follow-up including insufficient budget dollars and improper general ledger coding. Responsible for electronic distribution of authorized purchase orders Processing and subsequent modifications to purchase orders such as increases, vendor changes, cancellations and closures. Responsible for vendor additions and modifications Complete import, additions, changes, alterations and general maintenance of NNDSB's stock files. Assist with the disposal of surplus furniture and equipment Assist with contract maintenance, tender renewal, re-tendering schedules and the tender process Provision of Support for business machines located within the Board Office including making service arrangements and ordering supplies Act as Liaison to address queries and resolve issues as they relate to the processing or purchase orders, returning products and resolving supplier related queries Assist, Test and Troubleshoot with accounting software upgrades and issues that may arise Provide assistance to the Purchasing Agent in the implementation and follow-up from annual inspections Other related duties as assigned by the Manager of Finance and the Purchasing Agent Rate of pay: $29.16 to $31.98 per hour All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The Near North District School Board Is Committed To Supporting An Inclusive And Accessible Environment. Accessibility Standards Address Issues That Pose Major Barriers For People With Disabilities (i.e. Physical Barrier, Information Or Communication Barrier, Etc.). Please Ask Us How We May Help You By Contacting Human Resources Department, Near North District School Board 963 Airport Road, PO Box 3110 North Bay, ON P1B 8H1 Phone (705) 472-7015 ext. 5068 - Fax (705) 472-5412

Responsible for processing electronic requisitions into purchase orders and managing vendor additions and modifications. The role involves monitoring open orders, maintaining stock files, and providing purchasing support to board employees.

Requires a post-secondary diploma in business or accounting and 1-3 years of experience in a financial accounting position. A valid class G driver's license and reliable vehicle are mandatory.

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• Computerized Purchasing
• Financial Accounting
• Spreadsheets
• Word Processing
• Mathematical Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Confidentiality Management
• Vendor Management
• General Ledger Coding

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Logistics

Minimum education

College diploma

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 19, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level