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Purchasing Agent

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Bethpage, NYFull-time$30–33/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$30–33/hr
Location
Bethpage, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Purchasing Agent supports departments by implementing purchasing activities in compliance with mandated requirements, overseeing daily activities, responding to purchase-process inquiries, and meeting agency objectives within budget. The role administers bidding and contracts, researches suppliers and regulations, evaluates vendors, negotiates terms, and maintains purchasing records to support compliance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeElectronic Procurement SoftwareProject ManagementVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCustomer ServiceRelationship BuildingPurchasing Best Practices

Qualifications

High School DiplomaAssociate's Degree5+ Years Purchasing ExperienceNonprofit Purchasing Experience

Full job description

Regular Full-Time

Bethpage, NY, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $33.00 Hourly

Purchasing Agent

In this role, you will provide support to departments with specific responsibility for implementing purchasing activities in compliance with mandated requirements, oversee daily activities, respond to a range of inquiries regarding the purchase process, and achieve agency objectives and goals within budget.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma required, Associates Degree preferred.

  • Minimum five (5) years purchasing experience, preferably in a non-profit environment.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

  • Experience with electronic procurement software applications.

  • Ability to plan and manage multiple projects.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Excellent customer service skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships.

  • Utilize purchasing industry best practices.

Essential Functions

  • Administer bidding processes and contracts for vendor performance and compliance within established limits including preparation of specifications, issuing purchase orders, etc. for the purpose of securing goods and/ or services within budget and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

  • Compiles data from a wide variety of sources including vendors, staff, public agencies, etc., for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with a wide variety of purchasing policies and procedures.

  • Researches contracts, suppliers, equipment, and regulations, including evaluating vendors for the purpose of determining their capability for performing to established specifications.

  • Negotiates with vendors for the purpose of obtaining the most advantageous terms and conditions, resolving purchasing issues, and/ or ensuring purchases are within agency requirements.

  • Maintains purchasing information, files, and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.

  • Stays current by participating in educational opportunities.

Apply online at www.acld.org or text us for more information at 516-732-3979.

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