Procurement Assistant

Texas A&M • Killeen, TX

5d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Assistant, under general supervision, provides support for a variety of business activities by assisting in the support of the procurement functions within the Finance & Administration division. Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer. The department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides administrative assistance to the Manager, Contracts & Procurement Services and Procurement & HUB Coordinator in Finance & Administration division. Assists with budget reconciliation and reporting; reconciles non-travel card, travel card, and other university expense accounts as needed. Serves as a point of contact for A&M–Central Texas faculty, staff, and administration on procurement matters. Serves as a backup to the Procurement & HUB Coordinator as an approver of requisitions and related procurement processes in AggieBuy. Assists in the development of solutions and training in purchasing areas. Serves as liaison with the accounts payable team as needed in support of purchasing processes and coordination of training in these areas. Assists with related business procedures. Assists with the maintenance of business files. Composes standard and adhoc reports and business-related correspondence. This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience.
• Word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative assistance to the Manager, Contracts & Procurement Services and Procurement & HUB Coordinator in Finance & Administration division.
• Assists with budget reconciliation and reporting; reconciles non-travel card, travel card, and other university expense accounts as needed.
• Serves as a point of contact for A&M–Central Texas faculty, staff, and administration on procurement matters.
• Serves as a backup to the Procurement & HUB Coordinator as an approver of requisitions and related procurement processes in AggieBuy.
• Assists in the development of solutions and training in purchasing areas.
• Serves as liaison with the accounts payable team as needed in support of purchasing processes and coordination of training in these areas.
• Assists with related business procedures.
• Assists with the maintenance of business files.
• Composes standard and adhoc reports and business-related correspondence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees