Business Assistant - Coe Procurement Center

The Procurement Business Assistant will be responsible for and serve as the unit’s key point of contact for all procurement-related guidelines, policies, and procedures for varying business areas. This position will assist faculty, students, and staff in the College of Engineering with the procurement of goods and services. Responsible for placing and receiving orders in Ariba, requesting new/change vendor updates, entering direct payments, keying work orders, processing cash and check deposits, and reconciling departmental purchasing cards. Serve as a point of contact for all procurement and other related questions while assisting departmental faculty, staff, and students with procurement needs. Utilize the Footprints tracking system to manage workflow. The position requires someone who transitions easily and adapts well to different work styles.

Hybrid work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest

This posting represents 2 vacancies

For full consideration please apply directly to: https://bit.ly/3I0ImYe

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3+ Years of experience in an administrative, clerical role, or customer service
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to practice good time management, and organizational skills and efficiently multi-task
• Ability to work under pressure, handle frequent interruptions, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines
• Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and use own initiative to explore capabilities to enhance productivity and assume responsibility
• Ability to make sound judgments and observe confidentiality at all times is essential
• Ability to explain policies and procedures to staff
• Ability to problem-solve and analyze issues

Additional Information:

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S040
Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php
Job Code #20002334
Link to Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• West Lafayette, IN 47907: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Lafayette, IN 47907