Departmental Buyer

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas, United States
Base: $40,000-$48,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Secure bids via telephone and email
Award purchase orders and recommendations
Maintain procard files and transaction logs
The role involves processing purchase requests, developing sources of supply, and securing bids within a research and development environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves processing purchase requests, developing sources of supply, and securing bids within a research and development environment.
  • The successful candidate must prepare documentation complying with UT and federal regulations while maintaining accurate order information in specific databases.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage, retirement contributions, and paid vacation.

Matching Summary

The role involves processing purchase requests, developing sources of supply, and securing bids within a research and development environment.

Salary

Base: $40,000-$48,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical, retirement, paid vacation/sick/holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Secure bids via telephone and email
  • Award purchase orders and recommendations
  • Maintain ProCard files and transaction logs
  • Data entry in ARL:UT IRIS database
  • Use UT DEFINE/POINT PLUS System
  • Work under pressure in fast paced environment

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Effective communication with internal and external clients
  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work independently with confidential information
  • Customer service experience in person and by phone

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • One year demonstrated purchasing ability
  • Must obtain CTCD certificate within 12 months
  • US Citizen eligibility for security clearance
  • Strong MS Office and Adobe Acrobat skills

Work Rights

Must be a US Citizen

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