Buyer

Temple University's Purchasing Department is searching for a Buyer. Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following: Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break) Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more! Hourly Rate: $23.56 Job Summary: The Buyer is responsible for preparing requests for bids/proposals, including reviewing detailed specifications, evaluating bid/proposal responses, and awarding purchase orders following purchasing policies and procedures. Also processes small-dollar procurement requests. Provide customer service to all University clients, including assistance in obtaining product information. Initiates and monitors departmental blanket orders and contracts to inform departments of percentage usage through the year. Performs other duties as assigned. This position requires a background check. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree. At least one year of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Required skills and abilities: Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including the ability to use independent judgment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in the use of computers, as well as word processing and spreadsheet software programs; particularly MS Word and MS Excel. Must be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively. Preferred: Knowledge of electronic purchasing systems. This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department. Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law. Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact. To obtain additional information about Temple University please visit our website at www.temple.edu. Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety and can be found at: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-report You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.