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University of Nevada, Reno · 1 month ago

Buyer 2 - Business Center North ( Purchasing )

University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. They are seeking a Buyer 2 for the Business Center North Purchasing department, responsible for overseeing the purchase of goods and services, reviewing requisitions, issuing purchase orders, and developing bid specifications.

Continuing EducationEducationHealth CareHigher EducationUniversities

Responsibilities

Complete and oversee a variety of professional assignments to provide services for the purchase of goods, products and services required

Work is performed by reviewing and approving requisitions

Issuing purchase orders

Creating and/or editing bid and RFP specifications

Developing selection criteria and supplier requirements

Selecting terms and conditions in the best interest of BCN campuses

Qualification

Purchasing experienceSpecification writingBachelor's degreeAnalytical skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration or closely related field and one (1) year of professional experience in buying, specification writing or related professional purchasing responsibilities

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and (3) three years of purchasing experience, one year of which was at the professional level as described above

One (1) year of experience as a Buyer I in Nevada State service

An equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

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Benefits

Health insurance options including dental and vision - [Health Insurance](https://www.unr.edu/bcn-nshe/benefits/insurance)

Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - [Classified Benefits](https://www.unr.edu/bcn-nshe/benefits)

E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.

Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.

Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit

Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees (working at least a 50% full-time equivalent).