**Must have Corporate Buyer experience
**Must have good credit
A buyer at **client** is primarily responsible for supporting and overseeing various functions related to procurement, including managing the Purchasing Card (P-Card) program, ensuring compliance with purchasing policies, and administering the e-Procurement system. They also play a role in supplier relations, contract management, and internal control assessments.
Key Responsibilities:
- P-Card Program Management:
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Resolving cardholder issues, updating policies and procedures, auditing transactions, conducting training, and identifying process improvements.
- e-Procurement System Administration:
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Managing the PeopleSoft Financials e-Procurement (ePro) system.
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Overseeing supplier relations and managing vendor registration forms.
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Ensuring compliance with university, Board of Regents, and State of Georgia purchasing policies and procedures.
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Assisting with the review and processing of contracts, particularly those related to purchase orders, leased equipment, and agreements based on existing contracts.
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Monitoring internal controls related to purchasing transactions and conducting financial compliance reviews.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Knowledge of accounting principles and procurement processes.
- Experience with USG/State of Georgia procurement policies and systems is often preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with e-procurement systems like PeopleSoft Financials is often beneficial.
Additional Information:
- This is generally not a supervisory position.
- The role involves financial responsibilities and requires a purchasing card (P-Card).