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Job ID: 244667

Buyer
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York


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Date Posted Sep. 11, 2024
Title Buyer
University University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY, United States
Department Purchasing and Contract Services
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
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The department of Purchasing and Contract Services at the University at Buffalo is seeking a Staff Assistant – Buyer to work as a member of the Technology Buying Team. The Technology Buyer role will support the purchasing needs of the Chief Information Office (CIO), departments, staff, faculty and researchers in alignment with procurement policies, funding sources and in compliance with all Federal, State, Research Foundation (RF), SUNY, and University standards, regulations and policies.

The selected candidate must have strong communication skills for communicating and negotiating with suppliers and internal stakeholders on technology procurements. An organized individual is essential for this role, as this role is responsible for handling multiple purchases simultaneously, utilizing the ShopBlue e-Procurement system. The successful candidate should also be capable of satisfying end-users needs in a professional, effective and timely manner.

In this position, you will perform a variety of purchasing duties to include but not limited to:
  • Purchasing of assigned technology commodities and services
  • Ensure all technology purchases have the appropriate pre-purchase approvals in adherence to University Technology and Accessibility policies
  • Issuing requests for quotations and competitive bids where applicable
  • Collaborate with other UB and SUNY buyers for best practices
  • Attend virtual or in-person purchasing or other professional training opportunities
  • Communicate with customers and peers through various methods such as virtual meetings, telephone, in-person meetings, and other UB approved tools
  • Provide assistance, guidance and training to others regarding purchasing policies, processes, and use of the ShopBlue eProcurement tool
  • Identify and educate potential suppliers on doing business with the University
  • Utilize reporting tools and various purchasing data to suggest process improvements

 
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