Purchasing Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details

Working Title

Purchasing Specialist

Position Number

C00281

Posting Number

C00709P

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Pay Band

Is this position restricted?

Work Location

Radford

Division

Finance & Administration-20

College / Unit

Facilities Management - E&G-2030

Department

FM Maint & Oper-20303

Hours Per Week

Months Per Year

Academic or Calendar Year

Calendar Year

Full Time / Part Time

Full Time

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Work Schedule

Normal Work Schedule

8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m., M-F

Physical Demands

Posting Text

Contact Name for Applicant

Andrea McClure

Contact Phone for Applicant

540-831-7804

Education / experience

A combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities, including education, certifications, and / or demonstrated experience in business, accounting, or similar field.

Job Summary

Serve as lead procurement specialist for Facilities (FM) and primary point of contact for FM Vendors and Accounts Payable with frequent communication with internal and external constituents. Responsible for purchasing a wide variety of goods / services for over 25 budgets, work with Procurement in identifying correct instrument to purchase and meet deadlines (PO, Blanket, IFB, Quotes, SWaM, ect), provide guidance to shop foreman in obtaining critical goods / services in timely manner, accountable for timely invoicing for both internal and external constituents, address vendor invoice issues that are not compliant with contract, responsible for FM procurement records, analyze data in various databases to resolve issues that arise in the procurement process. Follow state guidelines, review and maintain credit card records, resolve any discrepancies or problems prior to submission. Analyze budget shortfalls for procurement needs, make recommendations in obtaining funds to resolve shortfalls. Analyze complex contracts and billing issues to resolve problems, make decisions in approving payments to vendors. Be able to function in a high volume fast paced environment with multiple demands on skills / knowledge.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge and / or experience of automated accounting systems, budget processes and generally accepted accounting principles / practices. General business management knowledge and procurement process experience including understanding Contracted Services. Skilled in reconciling billings against agreed Contracted Services and resolving discrepancies. Ability to communicate both orally and written to multiple constituents.

Additional Considerations

Prefer experience in eVA / Banner and State Procurement polices / practices. Experience in dispute resolution and demonstrated computer skills to use production / work control software. Preferred degree in accounting or business.

Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience.

Posting Date

Application Review Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Conditions

Must have a criminal background check, Must have a driver's license check

Statement of Economic Interest is required

Alternate work schedule

Required Licenses

Must have valid driver's license

Describe other job related licenses and / or certifications

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Statement

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

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