University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Buyer
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305
Position Details
Type of Position: Procurement, Inventory
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Regular
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
Summary of Job Duties The Buyer is responsible for processing the procurement of supplies, materials, and equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.
Five years of experience in a purchasing or merchandising environment or a related field.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of purchasing principles, procedures, and methods.
Knowledge of state and university purchasing laws and regulations.
Knowledge of market conditions and resources in an assigned field.
Ability to research and draft clear, concise, and competitive purchasing specifications and evaluate product acceptability and/or quality.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
Ability to maintain accurate and systematic procurement records.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with purchasing agents/officials, vendors, and manufacturers.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume
Optional Documents None provided.
Recruitment Contact Information Mark Kiefer, Procurement Manager mkiefer@uada.edu
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Physical Activity Requirements
Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity: Talking
Occasional Physical Activity: Reaching, Repetitive Motion
Benefits Eligible Yes
Application Information All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. To apply, click the Apply button. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820. If you have a disability and need assistance, contact the Division's Office of Program & Employment Compliance at compliance@uada.edu.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Regular
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
Summary of Job Duties The Buyer is responsible for processing the procurement of supplies, materials, and equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.
Five years of experience in a purchasing or merchandising environment or a related field.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of purchasing principles, procedures, and methods.
Knowledge of state and university purchasing laws and regulations.
Knowledge of market conditions and resources in an assigned field.
Ability to research and draft clear, concise, and competitive purchasing specifications and evaluate product acceptability and/or quality.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
Ability to maintain accurate and systematic procurement records.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with purchasing agents/officials, vendors, and manufacturers.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume
Optional Documents None provided.
Recruitment Contact Information Mark Kiefer, Procurement Manager mkiefer@uada.edu
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Physical Activity Requirements
Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity: Talking
Occasional Physical Activity: Reaching, Repetitive Motion
Benefits Eligible Yes
Application Information All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. To apply, click the Apply button. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820. If you have a disability and need assistance, contact the Division's Office of Program & Employment Compliance at compliance@uada.edu.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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