Buyer, Associate

The purpose of this role is to manage the end-to-end purchasing and lifecycle management of all hardware and software for OIT ensuring efficient deployment to OIT technicians and adherence to university and state guidelines.

Candidate is expected to work from Boise States main campus.

OIT Business Services provides billing for all OIT services mail services telephone long-distance and cell phones computer hardware repair and other University IT services. OIT Business Services handles contract management equipment purchasing processing and contract compliance of all OIT purchases.

Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

60 % of Time Buyer Associate will:
Purchase products for resale at locations and concessions; negotiate pricing terms and delivery with vendors
Oversee merchandise assortment including vendor and product selection
Establish guidelines for merchandising plans and retail pricing
Process and enter all purchase orders in the current inventory system
Monitors budget and makes adjustments to buying plans as needed
Monitors receiving and transferring of product to inventory
Train direct supervise hire and evaluate student employees

35% of Time Buyer Associate will:
Ensure service catalog for hardware/software orders is up to date
Optimize vendor processes and e-commerce web portals to ease ordering processes
Reconcile all purchases on PCard in a timely manner.
Collaborate with OIT Business staff for large purchases and purchasing contracts.
Reports on budget usage and lifecycle replacement plans
Process internal billing for Hardware Asset Management fees
Collaborate and coordinate with technical staff to update service catalog and anticipate orders
Process the salvage of retired equipment/coordinating with Pacific Recycling and process vendor payments to Boise State University

5% of Time Buyer Associate must:
Perform other duties as assigned

Understand sales reports and the impact on current and future orders
Work with multiple people across business units to meet future and/or urgent deadlines
Maintain high levels of communication and cooperation with buying and operational counterparts
Perform detailed work under pressure
Summarize and present large amounts of information to groups of people
Provide excellent attention to detail and identify key information within large sets of data
Working knowledge of general retail practices and merchandise planning.
Proven ability to dependably meet goals in a timely and accurate fashion and work well under periods of pressure.
Assist in creating and maintaining an accurate annual budget for the general merchandise business

Bachelors Degree or equivalent relevant professional experience.

For full consideration please provide the following:
- A cover letter expressing our interest in and qualifications for this position
- A resume
- And the contact information for three professional references.

Please note: This position does not qualify for any type of Visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. Were a trailblazing institution nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. Were building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills experiences and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

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