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Tulane University      Office of Human Resources

Description for Job:   IRC29945
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Materials Management
Location:  New Orleans, LA
Summary

Under general supervision, performs purchasing duties in support of department functions.  Primary responsibilities are the review of requisitions for appropriateness and policy compliance in order to issue purchase orders, and also to purchase by bid, moderate to large supplies & equipment in conformance with purchasing policy.   

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·       Ability to understand intermediate purchasing policy and principles.

·       Familiarity with computers and on line purchasing systems or equivalent.

·       Strong communication skills.

·       Knowledge of purchasing electronic systems.

·       Excellent keyboarding and data entry accuracy.

·       Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to interact with individuals internal and external to the organization in an effective, courteous, and productive manner.

·       Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.

·       Ability to prioritize assignments and meet established guidelines.

·       Ability to follow instructions and work independently in the completion of assigned tasks.

·       Excellent interpersonal skills.

 

SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University’s Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis.

Required Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years purchasing or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Some college preferred.

Compensation Information
This position is classified as "non-exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 24. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay . See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply
 
This position will close on the date it is filled
 
Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
 
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