Strategic Purchasing and Contracts Specialist

New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 56,506 - 68,630; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Job summary

The New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service is seeking a Purchasing Agent responsible for overseeing procurement activities in Latham, NY. The role includes reviewing purchasing requests, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing purchase orders.

Candidates should possess excellent organizational and communication skills, a strong understanding of budgeting principles, and must be proficient in Microsoft Office. Both an Associate’s and a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting are acceptable qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret fiscal data.
• Proficiency in common computer software systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchasing requests from departments.
• Prepare and process purchase orders following regulations.
• Ensure compliance with budget and fiscal rules.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Budgeting and finance principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate’s degree in finance or accounting

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

SFS

GFEBS

SLMS

Job description

The New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service is seeking a Purchasing Agent responsible for overseeing procurement activities in Latham, NY. The role includes reviewing purchasing requests, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing purchase orders.

Candidates should possess excellent organizational and communication skills, a strong understanding of budgeting principles, and must be proficient in Microsoft Office. Both an Associate’s and a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting are acceptable qualifications.