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Job Title	BUYER
Position Number	8100656
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Campus	Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name	PURCHASING
Location Code	PURCHASING (04510A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Summary: Conducts the procurement of goods, materials, equipment, supplies, and services for the University. Provides excellent customer service to stakeholders throughout procurement process, including researching suppliers, evaluating market pricing and tracking spend. Duties and Responsibilities: Communicates with requesters and suppliers to facilitate procurement of goods, materials, equipment, supplies, and services. Evaluates market pricing to obtain the best value for the University relative to cost, quality, and delivery. Researches and identifies potential suppliers, solicits proposals, and recommends sources. Processes and places purchase orders using ERP system through established processes. Reconciles and maintains documentation to ensure compliance with the University's policies, including the University Contract Policy, the Purchasing Policy, the Capital Expenditure Policy, grant and gift policies, and other policies. Conducts training for University stakeholders on purchasing policies and system utilization. Coordinates with internal stakeholders (including Accounts Payable) to resolve invoicing issues Reconciles reports to ensure timely identification and resolution of invoicing or receiving issues. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in business, supply chain management, or other related field. 2-4 years of purchasing experience preferred, preferably as a buyer.
Qualifications	Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in business, supply chain management, or other related field. 2-4 years of purchasing experience preferred, preferably as a buyer. Strong ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Proficient in supplier research activities and negotiating quotes from suppliers. Very good customer service and team cooperation skills with focus on accuracy. Desire to expand skill base by participating in strategic sourcing training and bid evaluation.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	None Required
Computer Skills	MS Office, including basic Excel. Adept at using Outlook for e-mail, and searching the Internet. Experience with the ERP InfoLawson and/or the CMS DocFinity is a plus, but isn't required.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions	None
Open Date	08/02/2023
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement	Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
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Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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