Under general supervision, assists with processing financial transactions, order follow up for account reconciliation, and provides additional support to the administrative staff as needed while remaining compliant with UC policies and procedures. Uses skills as an experienced procurement professional. Works on assignments that are diverse and complex in nature, and requires strong analytical skills necessary to compare and contrast purchasing options. Demonstrates good judgment in selection methods and techniques. Makes independent decisions. Receives assignments and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. The full salary range for the Purchasing Assistant/Travel Coordinator is $29.35 - $42.06 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $29.35 - $34.46 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
degree
High School Diploma plus five (5) years of Administrative Experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required
experience
Experience within a customer service oriented environment responding to and meeting/exceeding the needs of the customer while adhering to policy.
Preferred
Skill in creating and editing spreadsheets and reports using Word, Excel, or other software applications; skill in exporting/importing data from or to different software applications or data collection and retrieval; and experience with Internet search engines for data gathering purposes. Ability to sit for long periods of time. Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely, organized, and accurate manner under the pressures of deadlines, interruptions, distractions and competing priorities and requirements. Skill in working independently, following through on assignments and setting priorities that accurately reflects the relative importance of job responsibilities. Demonstrated extensive and responsible purchasing and accounting experience in an online environment. Ability to analyze varying product and service features, prices and qualities, and determine the most cost effective purchase for the department. Skill in accurate record keeping with strict attention to detail. Demonstrated interpersonal skills to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with colleagues, faculty, students, international visitors, and diverse clientele. Ability to interpret and apply complex policies; ability to research and analyze information to formulate and implement solutions to problems.
Demonstrated extensive and responsible purchasing and accounting experience in an online environment. Ability to analyze varying product and service features, prices and qualities, and determine the most cost effective purchase for the department.
Required
