Buyer

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

Procurement, InventoryNo

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Procurement Services

Summary of Job Duties:

The Buyer is responsible for processing the procurement of all commodities and services. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree in Business or Finance from an accredited university or in place of a degree, four (4) years of relevant experience; and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in procurement, bookkeeping, basic accounting, billing, asset accounting, travel, or related experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process orders in an automated procurement system; manages the placement of purchase orders with vendors, including quote and/ or contact documentation;
• Review purchase requests to determine the need for term contacts; develop new contracts and /or prepare history sheet and product specifications; determine the appropriate list of bidders for products; and notifies potential bidders;
• Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products;
• Prepare specifications for competitive bids and competitive seals bids; manages bid openings, evaluation criteria, and vendor list; receives and evaluates bids to determine lowest bid and delivery requirements within cost limit; and awards bids;
• Examine, select, order, and purchase merchandise at most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity specification requirements, and other factors;
• Expedite and review purchase order invoices, return of merchandise, and shipment;
• Maintain vendor ordering accounts for office supplies on the Internet and in an automated procurement system;
• Maintain requisition and purchases orders in an automated procurement system for all documentation necessary for the related purchase order. 

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of purchasing principles, procedures, and methods;
• Knowledge of state and university purchasing laws and regulations;
• Ability to research and draft clear, concise, and competitive purchasing specifications and evaluate product acceptability and/or quality;
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations;
• Ability to maintain accurate and systematic procurement records;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with purchasing agents/officials, vendors, and manufacturers;
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Additional Information:

$44,675Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Tierra Hutley, Procurement Manager, 501-916-5727

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes