Campus
OSU-Institute of Technology
Contact Name & Email
Michelle Boyd, mjboyd@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$40,000 - $50,000
Salary
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About this Position
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for review and transmittal of purchasing documents from OSUIT to OSU Stillwater.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Associate Degree in Accounting, Purchasing or related business field from an accredited college or university required.
- Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Experience:
- Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
- Two years related accounting or procurement/purchasing experience.
- Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
Licensure/Certification:
- A valid driver’s license is required if performing the functions of the position requires the use of a personal or university vehicle.
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
Skills and Abilities:
- Must possess excellent organizational and analytical skills.
- Must have critical thinking, mathematical, and interpreting skills and be able to perform complex data recording operations.
- A positive “can-do” attitude along with a professional appearance and demeanor should be modeled at all times.
- Must have a willingness to continually self-initiate learning to remain proficient. Should be able to quickly grasp and apply new skills and methods.
- Must be customer service motivated with ability to work and respond effectively to varied audiences of internal and external clients.
- Must possess a demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a deadline-driven environment.
- Must be flexible, innovative and self-motivated.
Communication Skills:
- Strong verbal communication skills to include individual interaction and group directives.
- Must be proficient in information technology mediums to include word processing, database, spreadsheets and specialized software packages.
- Excellent written communication and listening skills and customer responsiveness are essential.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.
Working Conditions:
- Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
- Travel may be required.
- Normal office physical environment; ability to lift up to 25 pounds.