Alabama State University Montgomery , AL 36101
Posted 7 days ago
Job Description
Alabama State University, Business and Finance, Purchasing/Procurement, invites applications to fill the position of Staff Associate. The selected applicant will provide clerical assistance to the Director in all aspects of the functionality of the Procurement Department.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Review and process purchase requisitions for material, equipment and services in agreement with University and State policies, rule and regulations
Collect, maintain and report data pertaining to the vendor database
Disseminate vendor copy of purchase orders and maintain purchase order record files
Collect and maintain data pertaining to vendor disclosure statements
Process new vendor registrations
Prepare correspondences, memoranda, reports and forms
Compile statistical data as instructed
Communicate with the public in directing call to the proper staff
Establish and maintain accurate and current files of letter, reports and other documentary materials
Maintain confidentiality of department's files and pending decisions
Ensure end users and vendors are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in all aspect of acquiring good, services and property
Utilize computer systems and software applications to access, create, edit, print, send, retrieve, or manipulate data, files or other information
Assist with bid processes: specification, conference/site visits, openings, tabulations, awards, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, and 3 years of experience in office administration, customer service, sales, or related field are required.
Supplemental Information
EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.
All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.
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