Purchasing And Inventory Coordinator Jobs in Tennessee

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Chattanooga, a vibrant and growing community of over 190,000 residents within a metropolitan area of nearly 600,000 is known as the "Scenic City" for a reason. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, we are a hub of outdoor adventure and innovation. Home to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and Chattanooga State Community College, our city blends a rich industrial history with a tech-forward future-famously powered by the nation's first community-wide "Gig" fiber-optic network.  The City of Chattanooga was also recently designated as a "National Park City," the first of its kind in the United States.  

As a City, we are powered by a dedicated workforce of approximately 2,600 employees committed to excellence in public service and making Chattanooga the best community in the country. Our team ensures our city thrives through a wide range of municipal services, including:

• Public Safety: Chattanooga Police and Fire Departments.
• Infrastructure & Utilities: Public Works, Waste Resources, and specialized Stormwater management.
• Quality of Life: Award-winning Parks and Outdoors and Community Development systems and the Chattanooga Public Library.
• Transportation: The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) and citywide transit and pedestrian friendly initiatives.
• Innovation: Leading-edge  smart-city programs with a commitment to cutting edge workforce development policies to ensure all our residents can get ahead.

The City of Chattanooga's workforce is the heartbeat of our community. We don't just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose: making Chattanooga the best city in America. We are committed to being the premier employer of choice in Southeast Tennessee by providing:

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees. .
• Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.
• The Great Outdoors: Your Backyard Playground:  Chattanooga isn't just near nature, it's immersed in it.  As one of the most biodiverse cities in North America, the "Scenic City" offers an ecological richness that few places on earth can claim.  Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or a weekend wanderer, world-class adventure is always less than an hour away.
• Vertical Adventures: Scale legendary sandstone cliffs in what is widely considered the premier rock climbing hub of the Southeast.
• Water & Rapids: From the high-octane whitewater kayaking of the Ocoee River to world-class bass fishing and peaceful paddling on the Tennessee River.
• Trails for Miles: Explore a massive network of mountain biking and hiking trails that wind through lush ridges, hidden waterfalls, and deep river gorges.

In Chattanooga, "work-life balance" means you can finish your shift and be at a trailhead or on the water before the sun sets.

Our mission is to work together to build a safe, vibrant, and sustainable city for all Chattanoogans. To do that, it takes a team of skilled and passionate individuals. So, if you'd like to call Chattanooga home - or maybe you already do! - and want to further your career through meaningful work that makes a true impact where you live, we'd love to talk to you.

Salary: $20.96- $25.32 per hour (GS.7)

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. (EST)
*Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.*

Work Location: 1250 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN

FLSA Status: This is a Non-Exempt position.

Department: Public Works- Stormwater

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:
Incumbents in this classification are responsible for receiving revenue and coordinating the purchase and procurement of all departmental-specific resources, equipment, materials, services, and supplies.

Duties include creating and processing work orders and other documents for requisition and payment of items, equipment and/or parts; preparing documentation associated with the department's business office financial transactions; tracking purchases against budget; resolving shipping and invoice problems; initiating the bid process and preparing specifications; monitoring contract requirements and coordinating the repair of parts and equipment still covered under warranty. May be responsible for special projects and assist with the hiring, training, and evaluation of other departmental staff. Work requires limited supervision and the use of independent judgment and discretion.

SERIES LEVEL: 
The Inventory Coordinator is the third level of a three-level inventory management series.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.)

Supervise lower-level inventory and administrative support staff, to include prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.

Verify the accuracy of funds that accompany daily deposits from all departmental locations, and prepare documentation for the purpose of reporting to the City Treasurer and Finance Department. 

Coordinates and participates in the procurement and purchase of department-specific resources, including equipment, materials, services, and supplies, to ensure effective and efficient division operations.

May supervise department's warehousing operations, as well as analyze problems; recommend and implement solutions; prepare, monitor, and maintain records involved in the receipt, storage, maintenance, and issuance of department-specific resources, supplies, materials, and equipment; and ensure the availability of materials and/or perform other related activities.

Prepares and processes documents for the purpose of payment for department-specific resources, equipment, materials, supplies, and/or services performed.

May use an asset management system to track department-specific resources, materials, equipment, labor, and additional information; captures and enters various data into the database using various technologies and documents within the system, including any modifications, additions, and maintenance activities.

May compile, review, and analyze data, prepare reports, maps, and materials to summarize operational activities and assist management using various software systems and other applicable resources.

Solicits bids from vendors and contractors, including the preparation of specifications; monitors and evaluates contractor and vendor performance.

Performs a variety of research, makes applicable calculations, and prepares a variety of administrative and statistical reports related to inventory control issues; maintains related records and reports, and retention schedules.

Assists with budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for budget items; monitors and controls expenditures.

Prepares specifications for applicable department-specific resources, inventory, materials, equipment, and supply requirements; monitors contract requirements to ensure compliance with applicable specifications.

Compiles and prepares a variety of information related to inventory operations, activities, department-specific resources, and financial transactions.

Participates in a variety of non-routine, specialized projects and/or research activities in support of division operations.

May serve as the liaison with other City Departments in the fulfillment of job duties.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned. 

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES (if any): 
None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of any combination of relevant education, training, or experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job will be considered.

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS
None

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of automated inventory control management systems; inventory control practices and procedures; warehousing principles; budgeting principles; contract management principles and practices; applicable principles, practices, materials, supplies and equipment utilized in assigned area of responsibility; governmental procurement principles and practices; applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; general office principles and practices; modern office equipment; mathematical concepts and inventory and supply storage and maintenance practices. Depending on the assignment, it may also require knowledge of library science practices; Dewey Decimal System; Library of Congress subject headings; bibliographic formats and standards; Anglo-American Cataloging Rules; cataloging resources, including databases; database management principles; reference materials, techniques, and practices; print and online reference sources.

Skill in prioritizing and assigning work; monitoring, maintaining and controlling inventory; interpreting and applying applicable laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; preparing specifications; performing mathematical calculations; reading and interpreting specialized data and information in assigned area of responsibility; managing contract requirements; maintaining databases; maintaining warehouse organization; operating modern office equipment; keyboarding; conducting material, supply and related inventory research; locating optimum prices on inventory; using a computer and related software applications and technology; communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, and the general public, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Positions in this class typically require fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Safety Sensitive: N
Department of Transportation - CDL: N
Child Sensitive: Y

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

This position requires pre-employment screening(s) that include: background check / drug screening 

The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

KNV 3/16/2026

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