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Responsible for purchasing various commodities and services, including but not limited to, capital equipment, software, vehicles, furniture, lab supplies, printing services, laboratory animals, general supplies, and services provided by independent contractors. This individual, if they have not already, will be given the opportunity to gain a critical understanding of New York State and State University of New York procurement policies and regulations and apply that knowledge to their day-to day responsibilities. The Purchase Associate must have the capabilities to review higher dollar level transactions to determine whether competitive bidding is required. The Purchase Associate will need to work with end-users to develop comprehensive specifications for goods and services. The Purchase Associate should be able to evaluate market forces, industry standards, and have keen research capabilities to develop specifications. The incumbent will be responsible for issuing invitation to Bids and/or request for Proposals and coordinate the drafting and execution of the resulting purchase order or contract terms and conditions. Examples of good services that may require bidding include sophisticated equipment for academic and research purposes, HVAC supplies, water filtration and chemical supplies, and landscaping and other maintenance services. Additionally, this position will require an individual to prepare and process maintenance and service agreements, including being able to review terms and conditions associated with those agreements. The Purchase Associate will need to support Minority- and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise goals for the Campus. In addition, the Purchase Associate may be responsible for assisting with the Campus' procurement card program, and will work with end users to educate their departments on the procurement processes. The Purchase Associate will need to troubleshoot with Receiving, Accounts Payable, or any other department as issues arise. Job Summary
Responsible for purchasing various commodities and services, including but not limited to, capital equipment, software, vehicles, furniture, lab supplies, printing services, laboratory animals, general supplies, and services provided by independent contractors. This individual, if they have not already, will be given the opportunity to gain a critical understanding of New York State and State University of New York procurement policies and regulations and apply that knowledge to their day-to day responsibilities. The Purchase Associate must have the capabilities to review higher dollar level transactions to determine whether competitive bidding is required. The Purchase Associate will need to work with end-users to develop comprehensive specifications for goods and services. The Purchase Associate should be able to evaluate market forces, industry standards, and have keen research capabilities to develop specifications. The incumbent will be responsible for issuing invitation to Bids and/or request for Proposals and coordinate the drafting and execution of the resulting purchase order or contract terms and conditions. Examples of good services that may require bidding include sophisticated equipment for academic and research purposes, HVAC supplies, water filtration and chemical supplies, and landscaping and other maintenance services. Additionally, this position will require an individual to prepare and process maintenance and service agreements, including being able to review terms and conditions associated with those agreements. The Purchase Associate will need to support Minority- and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise goals for the Campus. In addition, the Purchase Associate may be responsible for assisting with the Campus' procurement card program, and will work with end users to educate their departments on the procurement processes. The Purchase Associate will need to troubleshoot with Receiving, Accounts Payable, or any other department as issues arise.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field and two (2) years of relevant business experience, OR Associates Degree in related field and four (4) years of relevant business experience, plus excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills required.
Candidates who have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of relevant business experience will be considered for a Junior Purchase Associate position at a commensurate salary.
Preferred Qualifications
New York State procurement experience preferred. Word processing/spreadsheet skills are a plus.
Work Days
Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30
Message To Applicants
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
Executive Order
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Purchase Associate
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Upstate Medical University 6 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Purchase Associate
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Upstate Medical University Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Summary
Responsible for purchasing various commodities and services, including but not limited to, capital equipment, software, vehicles, furniture, lab supplies, printing services, laboratory animals, general supplies, and services provided by independent contractors. This individual, if they have not already, will be given the opportunity to gain a critical understanding of New York State and State University of New York procurement policies and regulations and apply that knowledge to their day-to day responsibilities. The Purchase Associate must have the capabilities to review higher dollar level transactions to determine whether competitive bidding is required. The Purchase Associate will need to work with end-users to develop comprehensive specifications for goods and services. The Purchase Associate should be able to evaluate market forces, industry standards, and have keen research capabilities to develop specifications. The incumbent will be responsible for issuing invitation to Bids and/or request for Proposals and coordinate the drafting and execution of the resulting purchase order or contract terms and conditions. Examples of good services that may require bidding include sophisticated equipment for academic and research purposes, HVAC supplies, water filtration and chemical supplies, and landscaping and other maintenance services. Additionally, this position will require an individual to prepare and process maintenance and service agreements, including being able to review terms and conditions associated with those agreements. The Purchase Associate will need to support Minority- and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise goals for the Campus. In addition, the Purchase Associate may be responsible for assisting with the Campus' procurement card program, and will work with end users to educate their departments on the procurement processes. The Purchase Associate will need to troubleshoot with Receiving, Accounts Payable, or any other department as issues arise. Job Summary
Responsible for purchasing various commodities and services, including but not limited to, capital equipment, software, vehicles, furniture, lab supplies, printing services, laboratory animals, general supplies, and services provided by independent contractors. This individual, if they have not already, will be given the opportunity to gain a critical understanding of New York State and State University of New York procurement policies and regulations and apply that knowledge to their day-to day responsibilities. The Purchase Associate must have the capabilities to review higher dollar level transactions to determine whether competitive bidding is required. The Purchase Associate will need to work with end-users to develop comprehensive specifications for goods and services. The Purchase Associate should be able to evaluate market forces, industry standards, and have keen research capabilities to develop specifications. The incumbent will be responsible for issuing invitation to Bids and/or request for Proposals and coordinate the drafting and execution of the resulting purchase order or contract terms and conditions. Examples of good services that may require bidding include sophisticated equipment for academic and research purposes, HVAC supplies, water filtration and chemical supplies, and landscaping and other maintenance services. Additionally, this position will require an individual to prepare and process maintenance and service agreements, including being able to review terms and conditions associated with those agreements. The Purchase Associate will need to support Minority- and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise goals for the Campus. In addition, the Purchase Associate may be responsible for assisting with the Campus' procurement card program, and will work with end users to educate their departments on the procurement processes. The Purchase Associate will need to troubleshoot with Receiving, Accounts Payable, or any other department as issues arise.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field and two (2) years of relevant business experience, OR Associates Degree in related field and four (4) years of relevant business experience, plus excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills required.
Candidates who have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of relevant business experience will be considered for a Junior Purchase Associate position at a commensurate salary.
Preferred Qualifications
New York State procurement experience preferred. Word processing/spreadsheet skills are a plus.
Work Days
Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30
Message To Applicants
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
Executive Order
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Upstate Medical University by 2x Get notified about new Supply Chain Associate jobs in
Greater Syracuse-Auburn Area . Syracuse, NY $60,000.00-$65,000.00 4 weeks ago Distribution Inventory Control Specialist
Greater Syracuse-Auburn Area $19.71-$22.74 1 month ago Baldwinsville, NY $23.84-$31.79 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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