Purchase Associate

Job Summary: The Purchase Associate is responsible for all aspects of contract management including the procurement of capital and non-capital materials, software, office equipment, repairs, maintenance, goods, services for University Hospital, SUNY Upstate Medical University at Syracuse, in his/her assigned commodity grouping. The Purchase Associate directs and coordinates all aspects of the procurement cycle, while continually evaluating services provided in terms of best purchasing practices, customer satisfaction, vendor performance, and quality initiatives. Complete cost analyses and bid evaluations; gather information on market conditions; determine reliability of suppliers and their services; negotiate discounts, contract terms/conditions and payment. Prepare contract/bid packages to be submitted to the NYS Attorney General's office and the Office of the State Comptroller for approval. The Purchase Associate will be expected to acquire knowledge of the State procurement system, including, but not limited to, SUNY Item 7553, NYS Finance Law, Public Officer's Law, and stay current with any process/procedure changes within the State and/or the department of purchasing procedures. The Purchase Associate must be proficient in the use of the State web sites provided by the Office of General Services and the Office of the State Comptroller including the receipt and review of any automated updates which may be applicable. The Purchase Associate works in collaboration with the Purchasing Director in accomplishing the duties of the position. The Purchase Associate works in coordination with other purchase associates, support staff, and customers in achieving goals consistent with the goals of the Purchasing Department, University Hospital, and the State of New York. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree and two years procurement related experience or Associates degree and four years procurement related experience required. Must have excellent written/oral communication, interpersonal skills, and demonstrable proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel. **Candidates with a Bachelors Degree and one year procurement related experience or Associate's Degree and three years procurement related experience will be considered for a Junior Purchase Associate position at a commensurate title and salary. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree, experience in hospital/medical/surgical or healthcare procurement, working knowledge of NYS procurement requirements, working knowledge of contracts/contracts language and NYS contract experience preferred. Work Days: M-F 8:00am - 4:30pm #J-18808-Ljbffr