Procurement Specialist II
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Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Requirements:
- Knowledge of professional level purchasing practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of University policies and procedures for purchasing.
- On/Off Site Training/Certifications offered by DOAS State Purchasing.
Additional Preferred Requirements:
- Ability to interpret contractual documents.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials and SciQuest preferred.
- Efficient in the use of Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint applications.
To be fully considered for this position all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:
- A complete and accurate GSU application
- Resume
- Cover Letter (Recommended)
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Procurement Specialist II
Division of Finance and Administration
Georgia State University
The Division of Finance and Administration contributes to Georgia State Universitys teaching research and public service mission by providing the university community and the institutions constituents with quality services in a supportive and cost-effective manner. The division provides specialized expertise in the stewardship of human resources financial assets property and facilities in the assurance of a safe environment for faculty staff students and visitors to our campus.
The Division of Finance and Administration is currently looking to hire an experiencedProcurement Specialist II.
WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE
- Flexible work environment.
- Generous benefits including health dental vision tuition assistance retirement etc.
- A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
- Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
- A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.
WHAT WILL YOU DO:
The Procurement Specialist II performs senior level duties as pertain to the purchasing of goods and services such as maintaining purchasing records conducting pre-bid/proposal conferences assisting the Procurement Specialist Senior in interpreting and determining procurement policies and procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Writes and evaluates requisitions; reviews purchase requisitions for adequate specifications and information.
- Aligns the procurement strategy with university policies and objectives.
- Ensures that procurements are in compliance with laws policies and procedures.
- Compares costs; evaluates the quality and quantity of supplies materials and equipment.
- Works with Accounts Payable to review and analyze the receipt and payment of purchased goods and services.
- Assists the Senior Procurement Specialist in interpreting and determining Board of Regents (BOR) and Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) procurement policies and procedures.
- Maintains purchasing records such as purchase price etc.
- Conducts pre-bid proposal conferences; verifies the quantity and quality of purchased materials; authorizes invoice payments.
- Develops and issues invitations to bid; monitors and expedites the delivery of purchased materials.
- Reviews approves and executes Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Requests for Information (RFI).
- Assists in Requests for Proposal (RFP) and contracts.
- Serves as liaison between vendor and department personnel.
- Participates in the administration of procurement contracts.
- Reviews requisition orders to verify accuracy terminology and specifications.
- Provides quality customer service and training to end-users.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Credit Check:
**Please note that eligibility for this position requires a review of your Consumer Credit Report against criteria set out by the Georgia Department of Administrative Services. Examples of findings that may negatively impact your eligibility for this position include delinquent payments bankruptcy charge-offs etc. Please consider this when applying for this position. This check will not impact your credit score**
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Employee Evaluation
- HR Sourcing
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- Federal Aviation Regulations
- Contract Management
- Supplier Management
- negotiation
- Contracts
About Company
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