Buyer I

Texas A&M University System; Canyon (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

West Texas A&M University in Canyon, Texas seeks a Buyer I to perform entry-level purchasing duties for supplies, equipment and routine services. You will work under supervision to process requisitions, prepare specs, secure bids and issue purchase orders.

The role requires basic knowledge of word processing and spreadsheets, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a collaborative environment. The position emphasizes compliance and timely training completion.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or combination of education and experience.
• CTD to be obtained within 12 months on start date.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of standard business terms and arithmetic.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Procures goods and services and ensure accuracy of such purchases.
• Prepares specifications for purchases.
• Received requisitions, secures bids, tabulates and makes award of standard purchases.
• Maintains records and files of requisitions, bids and awards processed.
• Issues purchase orders according to proper policies and procedures.
• Assists purchasing manager with processing of invoices and routing requisitions.
• Maintains 100% compliance with timely completion of required System, University and job-specific online training courses.
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties as assigned.

Skills

High level multitasking

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team cooperation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

Job Title

Buyer I

Agency

West Texas A&M University

Department

Purchasing Office

Proposed Minimum Salary

$16.02 hourly

Job Location

Canyon, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

General Summary:

Buyer I, under supervision, performs entry-level, standard purchasing duties with the purpose of obtaining supplies, equipment and routine services.

Responsibilities:

• Procures goods and services and ensure accuracy of such purchases.


• Prepares specifications for purchases.


• Received requisitions, secures bids, tabulates and makes award of standard purchases.


• Maintains records and files of requisitions, bids and awards processed.


• Issues purchase orders according to proper policies and procedures.


• Assists purchasing manager with processing of invoices and routing requisitions.


• Maintains 100% compliance with timely completion of required System, University and job-specific online training courses.


• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma or combination of education and experience.


• CTD (Certified Contract Developer) to be obtained within 12 months on start date.


• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.


• Knowledge of standard business terms and arithmetic.


• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree.


• Two (2) years of experience in accounting or similar field.

Due to budgetary reasons, West Texas A&M University will not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Texas law requires all males age 18 through 25 to be properly registered with the Selective Service System.

Equal Opportunity /Veterans/Disability Employer.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.