Remote-Hybrid Procurement Associate: Purchases & Vendors

Penn State University; University Park (TX); Híbrido; USD 37.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits

Robust retirement plans

Paid time off including holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Penn State University is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Associate to join the Office of Central Procurement. This role handles procurement transactions, reviews requisitions, and processes purchase orders while ensuring pricing fairness and policy compliance.

The position supports various procurement processes across the University and offers a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and on-campus duties. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Formación

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive documents.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Effective decision-making skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare, edit, and process purchase orders within established dollar limits and University policy.
• Contact vendors and suppliers for quotations and follow up on outstanding purchase orders.
• Ensure all transactions meet government regulations and University policies and procedures.
• Assist Procurement Managers with vendor research and negotiations; obtain information on price, delivery, payment, specifications, and PO terms.
• Use electronic systems to import and create documents, track vendor information and payments, create auctions, and process POs and other financial transactions.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies; obtain vendor certifications and certificates of liability insurance as required.
• Assist in monitoring internal and external customer satisfaction.
• May perform general office duties such as mail distribution, answering phones, and greeting visitors.

Conocimientos

Communication

Customer service

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Decision making

Organization

Attention to detail

Educación

GED or HS diploma

Descripción del empleo

Penn State University is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Associate to join the Office of Central Procurement. This role handles procurement transactions, reviews requisitions, and processes purchase orders while ensuring pricing fairness and policy compliance.

The position supports various procurement processes across the University and offers a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and on-campus duties. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.