Buyer Position Available In Cumberland, North Carolina

Buyer 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Fayetteville, NC Fayetteville Technical Community College is seeking qualified applicants for this full-time position. Qualified candidates will possess excellent communication and computer skills, demonstrate evidence of a career that includes flexibility and willingness to change; open-mindedness, fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives; a willingness to take risks, and willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth. We offer a valuable benefits package that includes the following: NC State Health Plan NC State Retirement Plan Paid Leave Paid Holidays Cafeteria Plan (IRS Code Section 125) Educational Benefits Longevity TRICARE Supplement Benefits Full-time employee benefits. Duties Process purchase orders for supplies, services, and maintenance; ensure appropriate use of vendors, commodity numbers, general ledger accounts, and source of funds; ensure appropriate authorizations; ensure accuracy and timeliness in the processing of all orders. Ensure local, State, and federal guidelines are followed. Enter purchasing information into the computer, print purchase orders, make copies of attachments; disperse to appropriate departments. Maintain bidder lists and files. Work with vendors, faculty, and administrative staff to resolve discrepancies with orders received. Maintain vendor files. Participate in the preparation of documentation needed for Accounts Payable to process payments. Research payment history of vendors; establish vendor codes. Receive vendor billings; review, adjust, and extend changes; verify charges against computer printouts. Correspond with companies to check on status of outstanding orders; handle any related problems. Correspond with instructors to check on receipt of supplies; handle any related problems. Assist faculty and staff with orders. Assist with maintenance of files for office. Interpret purchasing policies and procedures. Conduct monthly bank reconciliations for County and Special bank accounts. Prepare monthly journal entries to reallocate expenses from Central Supply and the Print Shop to user departments. Answer questions and provide information to other College faculty and staff. Assist with cashiering/student accounting functions during heavy registration periods. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Training:

An Associate’s degree from an accredited college in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field; or equivalent.

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible general and clerical experience including one year of accounting, clerical, or related experience. Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word; excellent data entry and communication skills; strong attention to detail and effective organization skills; two years of increasingly responsible general clerical experience including one year of accounting, clerical, or related experience. Preferred Requirements Colleague (Ellucian) experience; community college experience Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word; excellent data entry and communication skills; strong attention to detail and effective organization skills; two years of increasingly responsible general clerical experience including one year of accounting, clerical, or related experience. Full or Part Time Full Time College Pay Scale Minimum starting salary $43,469 annually Number of Months 12 Employee Benefits Health, Vision, Dental Insurance Property and Casualty Insurance Retirement Benefits Paid Leave, Paid Holidays Cafeteria Plan (IRS Code Section 125) Cancer – Intensive Care or Critical Care Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending TRICARE Supplement Benefits Posting Number S27-25 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement The Fayetteville Technical Community College is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Employer.