Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent In this role, you will provide support to departments with specific responsibility for implementing purchasing activities in compliance with mandated requirements, oversee daily activities, respond to a range of inquiries regarding the purchase process, and achieve agency objectives and goals within budget. Requirements · High School Diploma required, Associates Degree preferred. · Minimum five (5) years purchasing experience, preferably in a non-profit environment. · Proficient in Microsoft Office products. · Experience with electronic procurement software applications. · Ability to plan and manage multiple projects. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Excellent customer service skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships. · Utilize purchasing industry best practices. Essential Functions · Administer bidding processes and contracts for vendor performance and compliance within established limits including preparation of specifications, issuing purchase orders, etc. for the purpose of securing goods and/ or services within budget and in compliance with regulatory requirements. · Compiles data from a wide variety of sources including vendors, staff, public agencies, etc., for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with a wide variety of purchasing policies and procedures. · Researches contracts, suppliers, equipment, and regulations, including evaluating vendors for the purpose of determining their capability for performing to established specifications. · Negotiates with vendors for the purpose of obtaining the most advantageous terms and conditions, resolving purchasing issues, and/ or ensuring purchases are within agency requirements. · Maintains purchasing information, files, and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines. · Stays current by participating in educational opportunities. Apply online at www.acld.org or text us for more information at 516-732-3979. An EOE m/f/d/v req 5364