OCC Purchasing Clerk & Assistant Bookstore Director

Ozark Christian College is a single-purpose Bible college in Joplin, Missouri.

Position Title: Purchasing Clerk & Assistant Bookstore Director     
Department: Bookstore/Purchasing
Reports to: Director of Bookstore and Purchasing
Full-time position, non-exempt hourly

The mission of the Bookstore is to provide a convenient and efficient source for textbooks, school supplies, official school merchandise, and biblical resources for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and area churches. Institutional Goals supported by Department: IG 2, 4, 5

A. Summary

The Purchasing Clerk and Assistant Bookstore Director assists the Director of Bookstore and Purchasing in the day-to-day operations of the OCC Bookstore and the Purchasing Department, ensuring that items requested are ordered and filled in a timely fashion. 

B. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Performs the initial check on all purchase requisitions, possibly including assigning a vendor or locating the best possible price
2. Monitors purchase requisitions to ensure they move through the approval process
3. Watches for the completion of the purchase requisition approval process and the issuance of a Purchase Order
4. Sends the Purchase Order to the vendor for fulfillment
5. Monitors college credit card usage and signs them out to departments for purchases as needed
6. Receives packing slips from each department/individual receiving materials
7. Delivers prepared invoices to the Purchasing Agent for approval and delivers all approved invoices to the Accounts Payable clerk for payment
8. Assists the Director of the Bookstore in overseeing Bookstore employees, including selecting, hiring, training, and appraising job performance
9. Assists in daily operations of the Bookstore, including opening and closing, monitoring inventory, placing orders, and restocking
10. Works with Bookstore vendors for returns of damaged merchandise as well as overstock returns
11. Operates the register when needed to assist customers with sales and special orders
12. Imprints Bibles for customers
13. Fills in for the Director in their absence
14. Works during special events on campus as needed

C. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Detail-oriented
2. Customer-focused
3. Computer experience
4. Ability to multitask
5. Bookkeeping knowledge and expertise in tracking budget expenses
6. Ability to establish and maintain vendor relationships
7. Results-driven
8. Good verbal communication skills

D. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

1. High school diploma or equivalent required
2. Experience working with vendors preferred
3. Customer service experience preferred
4. Intermediate level of computer knowledge

E. Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The work environment will be indoors. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, file invoice copies, climb stairs, and lift 30 pounds.

This is a full-time position. To apply, submit the OCC application, cover letter, and resume to [email protected].

CAMPUS SAFETY

In compliance with the Clery Act, Ozark Christian College publishes annual reports containing information about crime prevention, reporting policies, crime statistics, and other safety and security-related information. The college also maintains daily crime and fire logs. To view OCC’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, go to occ.edu/security. Hard copies are also available upon request at the Ozark Christian College Student Affairs Office (1111 North Main Street, Joplin, MO 64801).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER

Ozark Christian College is affiliated with Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its mission is to train men and women for Christian service. The college seeks to educate and hire individuals who share its core values to accomplish its mission. It is the intent of the college to create and promote a diverse workforce consistent with its stated goals and mission.

It is the policy of Ozark Christian College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission and access to educational opportunities, programs, activities, or employment as applicable to ministries in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and implementing regulations.

As a religious educational institution, Ozark Christian College reserves the right to make employment decisions based on religion, marital status, or sex consistent with the college’s religious beliefs. Further, as a Christian ministry, the college has the right to select those who serve in ministerial positions based on criteria established by the college.