Purchasing Assistant Job at University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

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  • University of Florida
  • Gainesville, FL

Job Description

Classification Title:

Purchasing Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description:

The UF College of Veterinary Medicine retains a centralized purchasing team to obtain research, education, hospital, and administrative requirements. As part of this team, a Purchasing Assistant is responsible for prompt and efficient order fulfillment within the context of excellent customer service.

A Purchasing Assistant must have and apply a variety of skills and aptitudes. An understanding of medical and scientific materials and equipment, maintenance contracts, service agreements, and procurement regulations as essential components. Teamwork, customer service, prioritization, problem-solving, and communication are integral to daily responsibilities.

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Expected Salary:

$17.50 - $19.00 per hour

Preferred:

- Proven excellence and experience in procurement.
- Proven excellence in customer service.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and their applications.
- Knowledge of medical and scientific products and their applications.
- Knowledge of State, UF, and College regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Strong internal initiative, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Good public relations skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and courteously, both written and verbally, and work with the public tactfully and courteously.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to use MS Office and fiscal-based applications.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time,

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