University of Minnesota · 8 hours ago
Purchasing Coordinator
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$23.32/hr - $29/hr
4+ years expThe University of Minnesota is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support their Financial Operation Center department within the Controller’s Office. The role involves processing and coordinating purchasing requests, ensuring compliance with university policies, and contributing to the professional development of the Finance Operations Center.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Hiring Manager
Gao Thao
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, uses information and requests received from a portfolio of RRCs to complete the entry of data into the Enterprise Financial System (EFS) for purchasing functions following University standard processes and procedures for U Market shopping and order completion, requisition entries, and supplier set up
Understands, strictly adheres to, and can explain University purchasing policies and procedures and applies policies to various purchasing scenarios appropriately
Conducts research on potential vendors, products, and services. Escalates requests as needed to ensure competitive sourcing is pursued whenever practicable
Identifies when legal terms and conditions apply and, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensures contracts are routed to OGC for appropriate review
Follows University policy to identify, collect, and draft documentation as required to support a wide variety of purchases
Following strict SOPs, works with the Purchasing unit in the Controller’s Office to assist collecting required documentation for purchases
Identifies transactions, policy, or system challenges that require escalation to ensure successful resolution and accurate transaction entry
Follows established business procedure to identify, collect, and draft required documentation to request a new supplier or request changes to an existing supplier and submits the request for approval
Enters and monitors requisitions to ensure approvals and budget checks have occurred in accordance with established business processes
Think critically about need, funding source, and cost. Applies knowledge of standard processes and University purchasing methods to ensure the most cost efficient and expeditious outcome of purchasing activity for the University
Understands key concepts for purchasing such as price reasonableness, competitive sourcing, and applicable University policies
Contributes to documentation of and participates in training for procedures for the Finance Operations Center
Identifies and participates in opportunities for cross-training across Finance Operations Center functions to maintain adequate coverage of all functions
Completes professional development, education, and training activities, consistent with performing the responsibilities of the position. Completes continued learning and development appropriate to work duties and for the pursuit of individual, unit, and institutional success
Participates in staff development based on individual need including ongoing skills training, DEI development, professional learning, service & scholarly activity, and engagement & well-being
As an individual contributor, models and contributes to crafting an inclusive work environment and encouraging a caring culture
Other duties as assigned (5%)
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/GED and four years of general purchasing experience
Ability to interact with standard technology platforms (e.g., chat, word processing, data entry, email, internet browsing)
Ability to read, interpret, and compile information according to prescribed methods
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel
Understands key purchasing functions and other guiding concepts with proficiency
Preferred
Knowledge of university policies and procedures involving purchasing
Benefits
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
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