Purchasing Technician

Cape Fear Community College•Wilmington - Downtown Campus, NC

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs routine and complex duties in purchasing goods and services. Consulting with and assisting all levels of the organization concerning procurement policies and procedures to obtain quality products and or services at the best possible value. This position is primarily responsible for interpreting and explaining state laws, regulations and guidelines governing procurement activities for the College.

Requirements

North Carolina Purchase and Contract requirements and procedures
An understanding of, and commitment to, the comprehensive community college
Possess strong personal and professional integrity, effective verbal and written communication skills, superb math skills, and commitment to safety.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite or similar products, college email and website, web-based computer applications associated with the position.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, adapt to changing priorities and situations, and follow-through on the completion of assignments.
Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: Making observations, Reading and writing, Communicating with others, Operating assigned equipment, Handling varied tasks simultaneously
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following: Standing or sitting for extended periods of time, Operating assigned equipment, Handling varied tasks simultaneously, Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 pounds
Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of: Making sound decisions, Responding to questions, Demonstrating intellectual capabilities
High School diploma and five years business-related experience will be considered.
One year of business-related experience, preferably in the area of purchasing.

Nice To Haves

working knowledge of the NC E-Procurement system and Elluician Finance/Procurement module is preferred
Associate’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in business administration, accounting, or a related field

Responsibilities

Review and process requisitions for accuracy to ensure orders are compliant with the purchasing policies and procedures of both Cape Fear Community College and the NC Division of Purchase and Contract.
Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
Review and process P-Card transactions via Works application. Bank of America’s Web-based electronic card payment management service.
Provide College staff and faculty with excellent customer service, ongoing E-Procurement training, and assist with procurement related questions.
Assist with the completion and submitting of monthly, quarterly, and yearly purchasing reports as required by the State of North Carolina-Department of Administration (HUB, Purchasing Flex, etc.)
Works closely with the Equipment Inventory Coordinator to identify equipment purchases and repairs.
Ensure compliance and confidentiality with all policies and procedures of the College, NC Community College System, and applicable State and Federal agencies.
Maintain excellent communication and build good working relationships with the faculty and staff of the college, as well as vendors
Participate in meetings, workshops, seminars, and on committees for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.