Top 10 Assistant purchasing Jobs in Columbus

Purchasing Assistant
City of Upper Arlington —Upper Arlington, OH
- $60,750.14 - $88,087.79 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Designer Brands Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
Assistant Buyer
Big Lots —Columbus, OH
- Merchandising
- Research
- Office
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Assistant Buyer
Kimball Midwest —Columbus, OH
- Monday to Friday
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Project & Procurement Coordinator
Safelite Group —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Asst/Assoc Procurement Specialist (Direct), Marketing
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. —New Albany, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Assistant Procurement and Maintenance Technician
Mills James Inc —Hilliard, OH
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Office
- HVAC
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
L&S Assistant Procurement Manager - MGF Heavy & Bulky NAM-2
Maersk —Groveport, OH
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Administrative Support Specialist, Technology - CO
Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO)) —Delaware, OH
- $23.10 - $25.57 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
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Senior Manager - Vendor Management Office (VMO)
Deloitte —Columbus, OH
- $113,100 - $208,300 a year
- Full-time
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Work from home

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Purchasing Assistant
City of Upper Arlington —Upper Arlington, OH
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Purchasing Assistant

City of Upper Arlington -
Upper Arlington, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,750.14 - $88,087.79 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
As part of the finance team, reporting to the Purchasing Administrator, this position procures supplies, goods, materials, equipment and services of desired quality, price and delivery most beneficial to the City, and in compliance with City ordinances. The Purchasing Assistant will focus on supporting the Parks & Recreation Department, while also assisting other city departments as needed. This position will also serve as the back-up to the Purchasing Administrator in his or her absence.

The City of Upper Arlington is an equal opportunity employer, striving to foster an equitable and inclusive work environment.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

Administers City purchasing; ensures compliance with the City's procurement ordinance; negotiates contracts; processes emergency orders; reviews and maintains original files for all purchase orders and contracts to ensure completeness and compliance with all applicable laws.
Educates City personnel in purchasing procedures, City code, and co-operative agreements. Meets with departments quarterly to discuss strategies and plan procurements.
Increase the City’s vendor pool by organizing and participating in networking opportunities.
Assists operations personnel in the development of bid specifications; prepares, distributes, and advertises for bids; evaluates bids; rejects any and all bids as appropriate; determines successful bidder; upon approval of City Council, awards contract; contacts bidders to insure prompt completion of bid quotation forms and required documents to complete contracts; assures deadlines are met; maintains records of bid vendors; contacts vendors and interviews sales personnel; contacts vendors and departmental officials on purchasing problems and on shipping, receiving, and invoicing problems and processes; advises department on new and better products and any changes in the ordering procedures. Tracks status of procurements from bid through award. Prepares Tax Exempt forms for vendors.
Creates and maintains records in the City’s finance system.
Prepares and administers sale and disposal of all City assets.
Fulfills public records requests for purchasing-related items.
Conducts annual audit of fleet assets.
Assists auditors in administering annual audit relating to City purchasing.
Maintains licenses and certifications as required, if any.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

13. Performs other duties as required. (5%)

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university or an Associate's degree or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or technical school and two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Public and/or Government experience preferred.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (* indicates developed after employment).
Knowledge of:

- Applicable laws, regulations, City policies, procedures, and requirements including Ohio Ethics law and Public Records law.
Safety standards;
Finance;
Budgeting;
Customer service;
Office practices and procedures;
Purchasing;
Contract Review;
Negotiations;
RFP processes;
Records management;
Project management.

Skill in:

Proficient use of applicable technology and software;
Conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques;
Use of modern office equipment.

Ability to:

Carry out instructions in basic written, oral, or picture form;
Interpret a variety of instructions in basic written, oral, picture, or schedule form;
Deal with problems involving several variables within a familiar context;
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions;
Exercise independent judgment and discretion;
Read, copy, and record figures accurately;
Calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages;
Complete routine forms; prepare routine correspondence;
Prepare accurate documentation;
Develop complex reports;
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information;
Respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials;
Demonstrated awareness of and an ability to effectively use communication that overcomes socio-cultural and lingual barriers, to be aware of verbal and nonverbal forms of communication, and listen and adapt approach to fit audience
Effectively use and understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications;
Handle situations in a manner that is sensitive to inclusivity and cultural dynamics.
- Maintain records according to established procedures;
Answer routine telephone inquiries;
Develop and maintain effective working relationships;
Travel to and gain access to work site.

EQUIPMENT USED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.

Standard office equipment, which would include: personal computer, computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office); printer, scanner, copy machine, fax machine;
Motor vehicle.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on even and uneven surfaces; occasionally required to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 15 1bs. or less.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary work.

CITY VALUES:
Incumbent must model the following established city values: Teamwork/Collaboration, Integrity, Service, Leadership, Communication, Growth, Professionalism and Ethics.

The City of Upper Arlington offers an extensive benefits package. Benefits include:

Paid Leave: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holidays, Bereavement
Health Insurance: Choice between Traditional PPO plan and High Deductible Plan with a Health Savings Account
Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Ohio
Vision Insurance with EyeMed
Group Term Life Insurance with option to purchase supplemental coverage
Service Credit Compensation
Deferred Compensation Savings Plans
Bob Crane Community Center Membership - Employee Fringe Benefit
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program

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