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Agency University at Albany

Title ITS Purchasing Associate (ITS)

Occupational Category Financial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit PSNU - Professional Services Negotiating Unit (UUP)

Salary Range From $60000 to $65000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 1400 Washington Ave

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12222

Minimum Qualifications Minimum QualificationsA bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or internationally recognized accrediting organization.Two years of professional experience in purchasing, contracting, analyzing agreement terms, or similar role.Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with New York State purchasing and/or contracting.Experience in writing and negotiating contracts and related documents.

Duties Description Information Technology Services (ITS) at the University at Albany seeks applicants for an ITS Purchasing Associate. This is a key role in the Central Business Office within ITS, which serves as an organizational hub for all finance, operations, and administration. The Associate is responsible for procuring ITS-managed equipment, services, and supplies for a wide range of projects and programs, including the University's new AI+ initiative, other advancements, and operational activities. They ensure that all transactions, regardless of complexity, comply with New York State, State University of New York (SUNY), and University at Albany procurement policies and procedures. The successful candidate is extremely organized, has a strong attention to detail, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. They have excellent interpersonal and analytical skills, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships with campus partners. The Associate works closely with Procurement Services to understand the nuances and complexities associated with all manner of purchasing activities. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic, solution-oriented thinker who is invested in developing the expertise to recommend and facilitate clear, creative paths to assist ITS in making successful, effective procurements consistent with all purchasing rules and regulations. The Associate conducts their work with a high degree of integrity and a customer service mindset. They are adept at managing multiple priorities, recommending process improvements, and are equally comfortable working independently under limited supervision or as part of a team.Primary ResponsibilitiesEnsure all New York State, State University of New York (SUNY), and University at Albany purchasing rules and regulations are followed.Consult and advise ITS staff on procurements of varying amounts and complexities; determine route to purchase and best method of procurement.Manage the process for Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and Single/Sole Source procurements and the subsequent review, approval, negotiation of award, and contractual obligations.Prepare and process IT-related requisitions, contracts and purchase orders; monitor and manage term dates.Analyze procurement data and develop a holistic view of ITS procurements across the organization and make recommendations to ensure efficient, effective purchasing decisions.Keep abreast of evolving procurement rules and regulations, informing ITS staff of changes as needed.Additional ResponsibilitiesProvide backup support and/or assist with Central Business Office activities as needed.Be available to provide scheduled support and consultation outside normal business hours, including occasional evenings, holidays, or weekends.

Additional Comments Professional Rank and Salary Range: Senior Staff Assistant, SL3; $60,000-65,000.Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This is an in-person position and is not eligible for telecommutingThe Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtmlPursuant to NYS Labor Law 194-A, no State entity, as defined by the Law, is permitted to rely on, orally or in writing seek, request, or require in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current wage, or salary history as a condition to be interviewed, or as a condition of continuing to be considered for an offer of employment, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation, and for the purpose of verifying information, may such requests be made. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

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Name Information Technology Services

Telephone

Fax

Email Address ua-itsjobs@albany.edu

Address

Street 1400 Washington Avenue

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12222

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