Finance Purchasing Agent (Repost)

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,820 - 59,689; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans

Job summary

The City University of New York is seeking a Finance Purchasing Agent in New York City. The role is responsible for independent purchasing of various materials, involving duties such as market analysis, bid proposals, and supervising personnel. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and relevant purchasing experience. The compensation for new hires is set at $52,820. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package and encourages diverse applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time, paid experience in purchasing large volume materials.
• Two years of experience in a field related to large-scale purchasing.
• Must demonstrate familiarity with different purchasing systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing a variety of materials with independent judgment.
• Analyze market conditions and prepare proposals for bidding.
• Supervise purchasing activities and clerical staff as needed.

Skills

Purchasing a variety of materials

Independent initiative and judgment

Familiarity with CUNYfirst & CUNYBuy

Flexibility to learn new systems

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Baccalaureate degree in marketing, economics, or related fields

Job description

General Duties

Responsible purchasing of a variety of materials with varying degree of latitude. Independent initiative and judgment with supervisory work of a major subdivision in a large bureau or purchasing organization. Three assignment levels within this class, all personnel perform related work.

The Purchasing Office at City Tech welcomes applications for a Finance Purchasing Agent position.

Assignment Levels

• Level I
  • Is responsible for the purchase of a volume and variety of materials in assigned fields.
  • Reviews purchasing requisitions, checking descriptions and specifications to determine their accuracy and adequacy and consults with department and agencies to adjust possible discrepancies.
  • Analyzes market conditions in relation to recent, current, and anticipated purchases.
  • Prepares proposals for bidding on items to be purchased.
  • Develops lists of prospective bidders.
  • Reviews bids and quotations to determine most reasonable price in relation to market conditions and responsibility of bidders and makes recommendations based on these determinations.
  • Examines samples of items to determine compliance with specifications or standards, suggesting substitute items when desirable.
  • Interviews and corresponds with vendors, business representatives and contractors.
  • Analyzes trade journals, catalogs, directories and other technical material with respect to market and price conditions.
  • Prepares necessary purchasing documents in accordance with procurement requirements.
  • May supervise Assistant Purchasing Agents and clerical personnel.
  • Keeps records and makes copies.
• Level II
  • Is responsible for the purchasing of materials in assigned fields which involve a large expenditure of money and the more complex purchasing problems that are continual in nature, due to such factors as seasonal variations, number and variety of items, frequency and extent of emergency purchases, complicated and non-standard nature of items purchased, and liabilities and consequences resulting from purchasing errors.
  • May incidentally perform duties described under Assignment Level I.
• Level III
  • Supervises and coordinates the purchasing activities of a subdivision consisting of two or more commodity units.
  • Makes investigations in relation to purchase and handles special assignments as required.
  • Reviews contract and calendar proposals before advertising.
  • Approves recommendations for contract awards, contract modifications, buy-against transactions, formal requests for time extension on contracts, etc.
  • Supervises various activities in connection with open market transactions.
  • Supervises personnel in the titles of Assistant Purchasing Agents and other clerical personnel.
  • May incidentally perform duties described under lower Assignment Levels.
  • May, during temporary absence of immediate superior, perform the duties of that individual.

Contract Title

Purchasing Agent

FLSA

Non-exempt

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or its equivalent and four years of full-time, paid experience in purchasing a large volume and/or variety of materials, supplies, or equipment, two years of which may have been in a field closely related to large-scale purchasing such as inspection or specification writing covering a large volume and/or variety of materials, supplies or equipment;
• A baccalaureate degree, from an accredited college, in marketing, materials testing, mathematics, merchandising, purchasing, retailing, economics, or finance and one (1) year of full-time, paid experience in purchasing a large volume of materials, supplies or equipment;
• A combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to 1 or 2.

Other Qualifications

• Familiarity with CUNYfirst & CUNYBuy.
• Must be flexible, able to learn new systems, and handle a demanding and expanding workload.

Compensation

New Hire: $52,820*

Incumbent: $59,689

This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Closing Date

Open until filled with review of resumes to begin on or after May 5, 2026.