Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Purchasing Assistant
Type of Position
Staff - Full Time
Department
Procurement
Appointment Length
July - June (12 mo)
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
Published Salary
Requested Part-Time Staff Hours
NA
F.T.E.
1.00
Grant Funded Position?
No
If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date
Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Purchasing Assistant supports the Director of Procurement and Assistant Director of Purchasing by coordinating essential purchasing, vendor management, and financial compliance activities. This role assists campus departments in navigating procurement processes and ensures adherence to federal, state, and institutional policies governing purchasing and vendor registration.
Work is performed under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Purchasing and within established policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks. This position requires independent judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to interpret and apply complex procurement laws, rules, and guidelines.
The Purchasing Assistant interacts regularly with University faculty and staff at all levels, vendors, the West Virginia State Auditor’s Office, and the West Virginia Finance Division (wvOASIS).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Posting Summary
Working Title
Purchasing Assistant
Type of Position
Staff - Full Time
Department
Procurement
Appointment Length
July - June (12 mo)
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
Published Salary
Requested Part-Time Staff Hours
NA
F.T.E.
1.00
Grant Funded Position?
No
If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date
Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Purchasing Assistant supports the Director of Procurement and Assistant Director of Purchasing by coordinating essential purchasing, vendor management, and financial compliance activities. This role assists campus departments in navigating procurement processes and ensures adherence to federal, state, and institutional policies governing purchasing and vendor registration.
Work is performed under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Purchasing and within established policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks. This position requires independent judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to interpret and apply complex procurement laws, rules, and guidelines.
The Purchasing Assistant interacts regularly with University faculty and staff at all levels, vendors, the West Virginia State Auditor’s Office, and the West Virginia Finance Division (wvOASIS).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance to campus departments on purchasing procedures, procurement methods, documentation requirements, and policy interpretation.