Purchasing Agent jobs in Medford, OR

Purchasing Agent initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Agent interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Agent coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Agent independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Purchasing Agent 2
  • Southern Oregon University
  • Ashland, OR FULL_TIME
  • Southern Oregon University

    Position Number: C00327

    Rate: $21.58/hour ($3,741/mth @ 1.0 FTE)

    Position Summary:
    Provides support within Finance and Administration to aid the Service Center with the purchasing of higher level, quality, and cost-efficient services and supplies for campus departments and providing business travel support for campus departments. The position will provide vendor and complex product research, and development of detailed bid specifications for higher level technical and complex equipment including capital projects the majority of the time as specified by established SOU policies.
    This position will also assist in developing purchasing and contracting procedures, clarifying policies, and training internal staff. This position is responsible for ensuring that procurements are in compliance with all federal and state laws including but not limited to ADA, OSHA, FERPA etc requirements as well as SOU policies.

    The position requires significant vendor and product research and creation of complicated and detailed bid specifications for all bid opportunities, including but not limited to ITBs, RFIs, RFPs, RFQs.

    This position will also provide guidance to campus staff in adherence to University policy regarding business travel and managing the University travel procurement card. This position will also assist in the development of travel related policies and procedures.

    Minimum Qualifications:
    • - Three years of purchasing experience which must include using purchasing practices, procedures, and techniques such as determining specifications, placing purchase orders, and processing requisitions.
    Preferred Qualification :
    • Bachelors degree in Business Administration or a closely-related field
    • Three or more years of relevant purchasing experience including using purchasing practices, procedures, and techniques such as determining specifications, placing purchase orders, and processing requisitions
    • Experience with Ellucian Banner-Finance Database systems, Workday, or comparable database systems.
    • Experience using querying and reporting tools.
    • Extensive knowledge of University travel policies and procedures.
    • Extensive knowledge of University procurement card policies and procedures.
    • Extensive knowledge of federal, state and SOU procurement and contracting polices.
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism to effectively handle a broad range of sensitive interpersonal situations.
    Demonstrated ability to interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not always exist. Ability to work with frequent changes in policies and procedures, under pressure of deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
    Strong analytical and research skills; ability to gather, evaluate, and to develop well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations. Ability to proactively assess work operations and anticipate potential problems; ability to develop and implement strategies for preventing/resolving problems.
    Ability to effectively perform work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature that requires access to information. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
    Initiative in independently planning, organizing, and performing work assignments within broadly defined parameters.
    Ability to coordinate several functions and determine the relative importance of each; ability to work with a high level of productivity and accuracy/attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
    Excellent computer skills and proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, online systems, social media platforms, Internet as well as online calendaring and email.
    Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
    Ability to adapt to and work effectively in a heavily bureaucratic environment which requires regular interaction with a number of levels within the organization and multiple outside agencies.
    Working knowledge, or ability to quickly learn, university infrastructure, policies and procedures.
    Ability to provide training and direction to others, as well as student assistants.

    Special Instructions to Applicants:
    Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) letter providing some detail of the applicants qualifications and interest in the position; (2) current resume/CV; (3) the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references; and (4) Clerical Skills Code Sheet, which is available within the application. If you are unable to attach the supplemental materials to the online application please contact Human Resources.

    For inquiries and additional information, please contact: Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.

    Special Conditions
    Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
    Must be able to work additional hours and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.
    Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.

    Under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA):
    • Position classification defined as "exempt" are not subject overtime
    • Position classifications defined as "non exempt" are *subject to overtime
    The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the Oregon Revised Statues and is required to comply with the requirements set forth by the Oregon department of Human Services.

    Notice to Prospective Employees*
    Section 485 of the Higher Education Act, and The Federal Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (now referred to as the "Clery Act"), requires that prospective employees be notified of the availability of SOUs Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report provides the annual statistics and campus policies for the reporting of and responding to campus crimes and fires; access to campus facilities; conduct code and campus policies on use, possession and sale of drugs/alcohol; and educational/information programs to inform the campus community about campus security procedures and crime prevention.

    An electronic copy of the Annual Security Report (ASR)can be accessed at the following link:
    https://inside.sou.edu/assets/security/AnnualCrimeReportFinal.pdf. A physical copy of the ASR is available at no charge upon request. To request a copy please visit the Campus Public Safety Office at 382 Wightman Street, Ashland OR 97520. For more information call 541-552-6258, or email clerycoordinator@sou.edu.

    All applicants must apply online at https://jobs.sou.edu/postings/10420 .

    Diversity Statement
    Southern Oregon University is a welcoming community committed to inclusive excellence and the celebration of diversity. Without diversity, our educational process is diminished. Working together in support of our commitment to diversity, we strengthen and enrich our role as learners, educators and members of a tightly connected global community. We encourage those who share in our commitment to diversity, to join our community and we expect all our employees to demonstrate an ability and desire to create an inclusive campus community.
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Purchasing Agent - Dillard MDF
  • Roseburg Forest Products Co.
  • Dillard, OR FULL_TIME
  • Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately owned company and one of North America's leading producers of particleboard, medium density fiberboard and thermally fused laminates. Roseburg ...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent - Dillard MDF
  • ROSEBURG FOREST PRODUCTS CO
  • Dillard, OR FULL_TIME
  • Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately owned company and one of North America's leading producers of particleboard, medium density fiberboard and thermally fused laminates. Roseburg ...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Associate Agent (Independent Contractor)
  • Redfin (Agent)
  • Medford, OR CONTRACTOR
  • Are you a new real estate agent looking to grow your skills, or an experienced agent wanting more flexibility? Our Associate Agent role lets you work with customers on your schedule and make money in ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Purchasing and Inventory Assistant
  • KLAMATH HEALTH PARTNERSHIP
  • Klamath Falls, OR PART_TIME
  • Are you looking for a rewarding career in the health care sector? Do you have excellent organizational and communication skills? Do you enjoy working with vendors and managing inventory? If you answer...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Account Associate - State Farm Agent Team Member
  • Phill Kensler - State Farm Agent
  • Klamath Falls, OR FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview State Farm Insurance Agent located in Klamath Falls, OR is seeking an outgoing, career-oriented professional to join their team. As a State Farm team member for Phill Kensler - State...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Chief Financial Officer - B2B EXIT & B2B CFO
  • B2B CFO
  • Medford, OR
  • Seeking An Experienced CFO Are you a driven and entrepreneurial CFO with experience in helping business owners improve t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,260 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Medford, OR
  • Health Advocates Network-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Medf...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN-PACU 0.01FTE Day
  • Providence Health & Services
  • Medford, OR
  • Providence nurses are not simply valued - they're invaluable. You will thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-p...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinic RN - OB GYN
  • Providence Health & Services
  • Medford, OR
  • The Journey Clinic RN provides comprehensive nursing care for patients in an ambulatory care environment based on indivi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,331 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Medford, OR
  • iDEAL Hire is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Medford, Oregon. Job Description & Requirem...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care - $2,331 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Medford, OR
  • iDEAL Hire is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Medford, Oregon. Job Description &...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrative Support Specialist
  • The Pathfinder Network
  • Medford, OR
  • Administrative Support Specialist Description **WHO WE ARE** Since 1993, The Pathfinder Network (TPN) has been providing...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Systems Administrator
  • Tekmanagement Inc.
  • Medford, OR
  • Job Description Job Description Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 DOE Plus Benefits Are you an experienced System Administrator ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Medford is located approximately 27 miles (43 km) north of the northern California border at 42.3°N. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 25.74 square miles (66.67 km2), of which, 25.73 square miles (66.64 km2) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2) is water. The Pacific Ocean is about 75 miles (121 km) west of the city, and is the nearest coast. The nearest river is the Rogue River (8 mi or 13 km), and the nearest lake is Agate Lake (13 mi or 21 km). Nearby cities include Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Ashland, Roseburg, Redding (California), and Crescent ...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$57,405 to $78,611
Medford, Oregon area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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