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UW-Superior is committed to making excellence inclusive in every aspect of the institution. Diversity, inclusion and equity are prioritized learning resources for all community members. We strive to offer quality programs in an environment of trust and cooperation that centers on the worth of all individuals. The University is seeking candidates who will contribute to the achievement of this goal.
| POSITION: | Purchasing Agent Obj (100%), Business Services |
POSITION NO: | 1273 |
LOCATION: | University of Wisconsin-Superior |
JOB DUTIES: | This is a professional level position which acts as the liaison between the University of Wisconsin-Superior, the Department of Administration, the University of Wisconsin System, the bank purchasing card provider and the vendor community.This position reports to and works with the Controller/Director of Business Services.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:provide for all aspects of the procurement process according to established laws, procedures and policies under delegated purchasing authority; review departmental purchase requests for compliance with State, UW System and UW-Superior policy; process sealed bids; manage campus purchasing card program; administer contracts developed by Department of Administration (DOA), UW System and UW-Superior.Assist Controller/Director of Business Services in the development of new contracts and renewal of existing contracts which may include the following:audit and analyze purchases, consult with users of contracts, prepare generic specifications, coordinate bid procedures, evaluate competitive bids and requests for proposal and recommend and/or award bids and contracts.The incumbent must be able to maintain full purchasing delegation from UW System. |
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: | Knowledge of State and University purchasing rules, regulations and procedures.Knowledge of principles and practices of professional purchasing, including value analysis and techniques in writing specifications and contracts.Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles.Knowledge of the procurement of products and services.Knowledge of State purchasing card program.Experience managing and administering procurement contracts.Effective negotiation skills.Experience with software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and electronic purchasing systems.Experience with PeopleSoft Shared Financial System is a plus.Experience maintaining a website desired. Ability to maintain a professional and service-oriented relationship with customers and coworkers.Ability to be creative, flexible, self-motivated and quality oriented.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to acquire and maintain full purchasing delegation from DOA and UW System.Must take all DOA courses required for full delegation. |
SPECIAL NOTES: | Employment will require a criminal background check.A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant.In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. |
SALARY: | This is a non-represented position in pay range 07-04.Beginning pay will not be less than the minimum for the pay range (currently $35,292 annually).A six month probationary period will be required. |
WORK SCHEDULE: | Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM (40 hrs per week) |
HOW TO APPLY: | A Civil Service Examination is scheduled at 8:30 AM on April 14, 2012, at WITC in Superior, WI (corner of Catlin and 21st Street).On-line pre-registration is required by April 4, 2012.For more information about this process see http://wisc.jobs/public/index.aspAll applicants must test and score 70 or higher to pass the exam.Your exam results will be mailed to you from Madison in 2-3 weeks following the exam date.Eligible applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process.Questions may be directed to Kathy Krause at 715/394-8041. |


