Procurement & E-Rate Spec Job Listing at Charter Schools USA in Fort Lauderdale, FL (Job ID 32874)

Description

Who We Are

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest-performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students, equipping them with real-world readiness and preparing them for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity while keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts

Job Purpose

The Technology Procurement Specialist Partner with IT, school operations teams, and the IT SME to plan and track technology deployments and upgrades. This role combines technology-focused procurement expertise, and oversight of the E-Rate funding process. Working under the direction of the Procurement Manager, the Specialist ensures that technology hardware purchases, contracts, and projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and program requirements.

How You Will Impact Education

• Work closely with ITSS subject matter experts to ensure hardware meets approved technical specifications.
• Manage IT purchasing activities supporting schools and corporate departments.
• Coordinate technology purchases from vendor quote through purchase order, delivery, and receiving.
• Manage purchasing logistics and traffic, including order tracking and delivery confirmation.
• Track program deadlines, eligibility requirements, and funding commitments; prepare summaries and reports for leadership.
• Resolve issues related to shipments, invoices, and receiving discrepancies.
• Support E-Rate purchasing activities by maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance with approved funding.
• Coordinate all aspects of the E-Rate application cycle (Forms 470, 471, 486) in collaboration with Finance, IT, and the IT SME.
• Support competitive bidding processes, documentation retention, and compliance with all E-Rate regulations.
• Ensure technology procurement activities align with CSUSA's technology plan and long-term infrastructure goals through partnership with IT leadership.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or operations.
• Experience purchasing technology hardware or related services preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting E-Rate or other federally funded programs preferred.
• Limited travel may be required.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter. This position operates primarily in a corporate office environment with standard office working conditions and periodic interaction with schools and vendors.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Light work is required, including exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently. Travel within or outside of the state may be required.

FLSA Overtime Category

Job is exempt from the minimum wage and overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.