Purchasing Assistant - 530867
About The Position
The Purchasing Assistant aids in procurement-related activities at the college or University level. Provides technology procurement and purchasing support for faculty, staff, departments, and administrative units served by the Office of Information Technology (OIT). Responsible for coordinating the procurement lifecycle for end-user computing devices, peripherals, software, and other technology-related purchases supporting academic, research, instructional, and administrative operations. Serves as a central resource for technology purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with University purchasing policies and procedures. Works closely with departmental customers, vendors, Central Purchasing, Central Receiving, and technical support teams to facilitate efficient acquisition, payment reconciliation, receipt, and distribution of technology equipment. Supports the University's technology lifecycle management program through the maintenance of procurement, inventory, and asset management records and by assisting with the administration of enterprise IT asset management systems and processes.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to multi-task and complete assigned tasks on time with limited supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with UA procurement policies and procedures.
- Experience with budget environment.
- Experience working in Banner.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel.
Responsibilities
- Coordinating the procurement lifecycle for end-user computing devices, peripherals, software, and other technology-related purchases.
- Serving as a central resource for technology purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with University purchasing policies and procedures.
- Working closely with departmental customers, vendors, Central Purchasing, Central Receiving, and technical support teams to facilitate efficient acquisition, payment reconciliation, receipt, and distribution of technology equipment.
- Supporting the University's technology lifecycle management program through the maintenance of procurement, inventory, and asset management records.
- Assisting with the administration of enterprise IT asset management systems and processes.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
