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UW - STEVENS POINT Purchasing Agent in STEVENS POINT, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 21172 Position Title: Purchasing Agent TTC Title and Code: Procurement Specialist I FTE: 100% Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point Main Campus Supervisor: Inventory Control Supervisor Department: Facility Services Position Summary Under the general supervision of the Facility Services Inventory Control Supervisor, this position is responsible for ordering products for the grounds, maintenance and custodial staff on campus. Keeps up to date on current contracts, proper procurement procedures, and associated documentation. Researches, creates, and solicits simplified bids from third party suppliers in order to provide cost-effective materials and services within the work unit. Serves as a backup to the Inventory Control Supervisor when necessary, particularly in maintaining and ordering appropriate levels of stock. Shift: 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday. Anticipated Appointment Date: September 2024 TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 9/13/2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: - Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience - Resume - Contact information for three professional references Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Position Contact For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: Tammy Henderson, Chair, Search and Screen Committee Email: thenders@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-4049 Human Resources Contact If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: Human Resources Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2606 ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications -Meet the minimum requirements to drive on state/university business -Effective written and verbal skills -Customer service focused -Advanced knowledge and adaptation of computer programs: -Adobe Acorbat -Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) -Internet Explorer/Chrome -Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook needed, and others a plus) -Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency Preferred Qualifications -Bachelor\'s degree -Understanding of governmental procurement regulations and laws. -Experience within WI higher education or WI state government (purchasing, finance and/or facility services). -Knowledge of negotiation skills and industry best practices used in the procurement of goods and services -Ability to obtain a certification of fork lift operation ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu