Job description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
128194
Title:
Buyer
Functional Title:
Procurement - Buyer
Category Status:
33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1
Unit:
VPA-Procurement & Business Services-AVP Administration
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The University of Maryland’s (UMD) Procurement & Business Services department is seeking proactive problem solvers to join our team of procurement professionals. This position is eligible for telework. Salary is commensurate with experience.
UMD is a vibrant and diverse top ten public research university. Located in the dynamic Greater Washington, DC metropolitan area, UMD is ranked number 10 among public institutions for research and development spend, and we have a bold plan to significantly grow our research enterprise.
UMD offers an excellent benefits package including: retirement (defined benefit or defined contribution options); employee and dependent medical (includes mental health & substance abuse), prescription, vision & dental plans; term life insurance; tuition remission for employee and dependents; paid leave (holidays plus annual, sick, personal and parental leave). This position is a Financial Disclosure Filer under Maryland State Ethics Commission.
Universities procure a vast array of products and services, from paper napkins to complex scientific equipment, to multi-million dollar construction contracts. Buyer staff at UMD assist campus customers to procure goods and services by managing all aspects of the procurement process from gathering requirements to monitoring post-award compliance.
This is an early career level opportunity to enter the procurement professional career path with our diverse and growing department. We seek multiple qualified candidates for Buyer positions in the following areas:
- Commodities & Services (General Goods & Services, Research, Contract Services)
- Information Technology
- Construction & Facilities
Buyers are responsible for providing specialized and professional procurement services involving solicitation preparation, management, award, and administration of purchase orders and contracts for designated categories. Using judgment and initiative, and working collaboratively with customers and procurement colleagues, buyers work under general supervision to perform routine and moderately complex procurement transactions within designated level-of-signature authority. You will review incoming requisitions for completeness; prepare, review and/or approve purchase orders, contracts, bid packages, correspondence and reports; review supplier proposals, make recommendations, issue award letters and draft supplier contracts.
Consider joining the Procurement & Business Services team to help us meet the university’s current and future needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Undergraduate degree from accredited college or university.
Experience:
One (1) year of experience in procurement or allied, technical field, administrative functions, or the legal profession.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of position requirements.
- General knowledge of procurement or related business procedures that include complex technical routines and basic mathematics skills, including ratios, percentages, and business computations.
- Working knowledge of market value and sources of supply for a variety of supplies, materials and equipment; of competitive bid purchasing principles, methods and procedures.
- Skilled in modern office practices, procedures, systems, and related office software to complete assigned work, while organizing and executing multiple assignments under tight time constraints.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; prepare written records and reports; understand and interpret procurement policies and procedures; provide guidance and training to others; maintain service-quality professionalism under pressure; address confidential matters with discretion; and, ensure compliance to university policy and guiding principles.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Two (2) or more years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, administration or related field.
- Working knowledge of Workday Enterprise Management software or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems would be preferred, but not necessary.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a copy machine, printer, and calculator. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.; also to traverse campus and off-campus to attend meetings and programs. The person in this position frequently communicates with campus customers and suppliers so must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The position adheres to a standard work schedule.
Posting Date:
03/07/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
03/26/2023
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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