Purchasing Assistant | University at Buffalo Job at University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

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  • University at Buffalo
  • Buffalo, NY

Job Description

Purchasing Assistant

Position Information

Position Title: Purchasing Assistant
Department: Purchasing and Contract Services
Posting Link:
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Purchasing and Contract Services department at the University at Buffalo is seeking a Purchasing Assistant . In this role you will support the procurement needs of the Universitys staff, faculty and research community in compliance with all Federal, State, Research Foundation (RF), SUNY and university standards, regulations and policies.

The successful candidate must have strong communication skills and be an organized problem-solver and analytical.

Duties for this position include:
  • Source-to-Pay Systems and Supplier Maintenance Group (SMG) Support
  • Monitor, triage and resolve Procurement system errors daily.
  • Perform system administrative functions such as set-up of user profiles/permissions/roles and problem resolution
  • Review, audit and process all documents and requisitions in accordance with the terms of the procurement office, SUNY, State and Federal guidelines.
  • Process Research and State Change orders to include decrease/increase funds or disencumbering balance of accounts.

Learn more:

  • Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.


As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.





Minimum Qualifications

  • An Associate degree with 2 years procurement experience or a combination of work experience and education.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.




Preferred Qualifications





Physical Demands





Salary Range
$45,000 - $50,000



Special Instructions Summary





Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes



Contact Information



Contact's Name: Kelly Stich

Contact's Pronouns:

Contact's Title: Administrative Staff Assistant

Contact's Email: stcih@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone: 716-645-6074



Posting Dates



Posted: 02/17/2025

Deadline for Applicants: 04/14/2025

Date to be filled:














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About University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is SUNY’s most comprehensive public research university, and an outstanding place to work. UB amplifies ambition for faculty and staff by offering endless possibilities to achieve more. Here, people from all backgrounds and cultures challenge and inspire each other to discover, learn and succeed. Dedicated staff and engaged faculty collaborate to further knowl¬edge and understanding, and develop tenacious graduates who are valued for their talents and their impact on global society. UB is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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