The College of Saint Rose is a dynamic, comprehensive college of more than 5,000 students. Located in the heart of New York State s Capital District, the College is an independent, coeducational institution.

Recognized as one of the Capital Region s 50 best private sector employers, The College of Saint Rose recently received designation as a Great College to Work For from The Chronicle of Higher Education for the second straight year in 2009. Our employees enjoy a close-knit community based on the values of inclusion, honesty, trust, respect, responsibility and the free exchange of ideas.

We are seeking a skilled, multi-tasking individual to join our Purchasing Department as a BUYER. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Purchasing, you will be responsible for requests for pricing, researching items via internet and through vendors, issuing purchase orders, assisting end users with purchasing activities and monitoring the on-line Staples system as well as maintaining all purchase records.

Additionally, we ll expect you to:
Contact vendors for pricing/samples/research/pricing and delivery
Research vendor information on Internet for pricing, products, shipping, etc.
Review all purchase requests for accuracy - contact end user if incomplete
Process purchase orders in SCT Banner for approval of Director
Process all purchase requests for accuracy
Enter completed purchase requests into SCT Banner for Director to approve
Process purchasing mail - incoming & outgoing
Assist Receiving Department with determining who packages go to; scheduling deliveries, etc.
Assist end users in finding the best product at the best cost to meet their needs
Assist Director in coordinating sale & disposal of college property
Maintain file or storage of non-residential furniture
Coordinate furniture deliveries on campus with end users schedule

The ideal candidate will possess the following background:

At least 3 years experience in a purchasing, buyer or related position
Associates Degree or Bachelor's degree is preferred
Customer service orientation
Excellent telephone skills required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Attention to detail and accuracy required
Intermediate level computer skills using a windows based operating system, specifically MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required--will work closely with campus community and vendors
Proven ability to work in a fast pace environment as well as ability to multi-task

The salary for this position begins at $14.05, depending upon experience. In addition to salary, we offer comprehensive health and dental benefits, generous time off, a tuition remission plan to further enhance your knowledge and skills, retirement plans through TIAA-CREF, and wellness programs including the use of our extensive fitness center.

For immediate consideration and detailed application instructions, log onto our website at:

www.strose.edu/officesandresosurces/employment_opportunities

The College of Saint Rose values diversity and abides by federal, state and local law in admissions, employment and all services and programs provided. It does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion/creed, disability, age, national/ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any other condition established by law.