Procurement Specialist - Tempe, United States - Arizona State University

Arizona State University

Verified Company

Tempe, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Works with end users to purchase materials, equipment, and services related to construction. Reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions, coordinates purchasing activities in accordance with priorities, time limitations, and published policies and processes. Assists Buyers in scheduling and posting formal solicitations. This position has a hybrid schedule, working in office three days a week.

Job Family

Procurement & Stores

Department Name

SCM PUR CPMG

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EVP BUSINESS & FINANCE

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range
- $45,000 - $52,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

20May2024

Category

Essential Duties

Provides customer service to departments through processing purchasing transactions according to state and federal statutes, policies established by the Arizona Board of Regents, and institutional policies and procedures.
Determines method for processing requisitions based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding.
Helps customers by examining and analyzing purchase requisitions based on identified departmental needs, completeness, accuracy of information, and documentation required for compliance.
Creates and issues purchase orders to suppliers.
Schedules meetings and creates related agendas.
Resolves routine purchasing problems between department and vendor.
Maintains databases for construction projects.
On an as needed basis, may perform or support formal and informal competitive bidding pursuant to University needs and policies.
Verifies pricing against contractual agreements and initiates action to resolve discrepancies.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in SCM, Business, or Accounting or other relevant field, OR four years of related experience OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

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Desired Qualifications

Evidence of a bachelor's degree. If it is not in a related field then three (3) years of relevant experience is preferred.
Evidence of effective communication skills and independent judgment.
Experience in working on multiple detailoriented tasks while meeting expected deadlines.
Experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures.
Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Experience in leadership in communication, participation, and encouragement of support in the institution's sustainability programs.

Working Environment

Regular activities require the ability to quickly change tasks and effectively prioritize workload.
Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions

Department Statement

At ASU, we care about our employees.

We offer a total rewards package that includes:

AZ state school tuition reduction for employees and their dependents and spouse; all available on day one of employment.
Competitive wages.
Disability and leave program for income protection.
Employee assistance for confidential and free behavioral health services.
Generous accrual of paid sick and vacation time.
Low cost dental, health, life and vision insurance benefits; all available on day one of employment.
Paid adoption and fertility subsidies.
Paid time for professional development and volunteering.
Retirement programs with employer match; designed to promote longterm savings and provide income upon retirement.
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
Wide variety of employee discounts through ASU partnerships.

ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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