Procurement Associate (Limited Term)

Summary:

The Procurement Associate will report to the Manager of Procurement. This position will be responsible for all of the administrative duties needed in the Finance Department. They will interact with the Procurement Department and all Finance staff as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate administrative workload to maintain consistent/even work flow; assist with standardization of administrative duties and performance.
• Transcribes all Purchase Requisitions and Credit Card Orders into WNBC’s Accounting System - Great Plains.
• Coordinate all backup on the finalized Purchase Order – verifying that all necessary documentation is attached so the payment process will go smoothly.
• Work closely with all members of Accounts Payable to ensure they have all the necessary documentation in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist with vendor inquiries and assist to obtain and procure the goods that are requested by the departments.
• Work with the Procurement Department as needed for documentation gathering and workflow.
• Maintains records and files in the Finance file room and dead storage as it pertains to Procurement or Accounts Payable.
• Help other sub-departments within Finance in filing and gathering information.
• Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Procurement Manager.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as an under graduate or graduate student of an accredited college or university and have completed a minimum of 1 semester or have graduated from an accredited college or university within the last 6 months.
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrate practical knowledge in all areas of job responsibilities.
• Proficient skills in computer including experience with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. and ability to learn and master new software programs including general ledger software packages.
• Available for the entire term of the Internship.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions

• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with all departments and all levels of personnel within the site and the corporate office as well as to external customers. Demonstrate initiative, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong ability to be creative and thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• The ability to influence, negotiate and gain commitment at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work with various types of office machinery including but not limited to copier, scanner, etc.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Office: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Compensation:

The projected wage rate for this position is $17.95 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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