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Purchasing Assistant

University of Florida -
Gainesville, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$18 - $19 an hour
3 days ago

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

JOB NO:

540885

WORK TYPE:

Staff Full-Time

LOCATION:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES:

Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Veteran's Preference Eligible

DEPARTMENT:

07700100 - HO-HOUSING OFFICE

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Purchasing Assistant

CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist with student programming purchasing functions for department

Facilitate procurement of goods and services for student programming across the department
Create carts in UF MarketPlace to initiate purchasing of items
Review purchasing requests in internal departmental purchasing system
Review and maintain pending purchase orders; follows up as needed
Responsible for communicating status updates or information on purchases to requestors

Lead the receipt and distribution of goods

Lead the receiving and checking-in of goods delivered to the central receiving area
Review and approves receiving documentation for completeness and accuracy; ensure items match purchase orders
Prepare received orders for distribution to requestors; distribute as needed

Manages the Office Services photocopy area, mailroom, and office supply areas

Manage and operate photocopy services for the department
Support unit office by responding to walk-in requests, answering phones, and responding to email inquiries
Responsible for ordering, tracking, and issuing all office supplies for the department
Provide support for all mail functions and acts as liaison for University Mail Services, United States Post Office, and other special mail delivery services (e.g. UPS, FedEx); sort incoming mail/packages and deliver to appropriate area or individual; process outgoing mail
Deliver departmental bank bag to Criser Hall daily.

Assist with processing receiving, delivery of items as well as maintaining inventory for all products purchased within area of responsibility

Ensure orders received are complete and accurate following up with vendors as required
Coordinate delivery of items as well as distribution to the various internal units after items are received
Serve as back-up to fulfill inventory supply requests from current inventory of products as needed.
Assist in the loading and unloading of supplies and equipment to the receiving areas
Assist in maintaining inventory of materials and supplies for area of responsibility
Assist with conducting physical inventories of supply warehouse and furniture shop operations.

Develop reports, handle special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned

Perform administrative tasks as required such as filing, scanning, and faxing
Operates state vehicles

EXPECTED SALARY:

$18 - $19 per hour

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

PREFERRED:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Familiarity with UF Finance and Accounting processes and procedures UF Procurement policies and procedures
Knowledge of UF MarketPlace
Experience with stores/receiving operation
Experience with record keeping processes and procedures

SKILLS

Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications (e.g. work order management systems, Microsoft Office)
Demonstrated ability to communicate with various levels of staff and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and timeliness

ABILITIES

Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests.
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a multi-faceted environment

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and professional references.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:

Yes

ADVERTISED:

11 Aug 2026

Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

24 Aug 2026

Eastern Daylight Time

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