Purchasing Associate
6 days ago
NY CREATES is a world-leading R&D, innovation hub and commercialization facilitator in advanced digital, analog and power technologies. Our organization serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow.
We boast more than 2,700 industry experts and faculty, and manage public and private investments of more than $20 billion - placing us at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.
Job DescriptionThe Purchasing Associate position will be responsible for compliant procurement and contracting of goods and services which will support the Research Foundation's and NYCREATES academic, research, industry, governmental, and economic development missions.
This role will support the efforts of the Procurement Office and will be responsible for:
- Compliant Procurement of Goods and Services
- Vendor selection determination
- Price reasonability determination
- Analysis of business terms
- Contracting terms and conditions negotiation
- Collaboration with Research Foundation and NYCREATES legal teams
- Advisement of and recommendations to operation managers, executives, researchers and staff
- Accurate & timely facilitation of request for quotes, invitation for bids, request for proposals, centralized contracts, SSJs, blanket PO's, blanket releases and online orders
- Compliance with all applicable Research Foundation, State, Federal and NYCREATES procurement policies, procedures, and best practices
- Updating procurement status trackers accurately & timely, informing supervisor of procurements non-conforming to turn-around expectations, support of the Office of Asset Management
- Maintaining open communication with all internal parties as appropriate
Minimum Requirements for Purchasing Associate
- Bachelor's degree (direct related experience may replace educational requirement)
- 1-2 years purchasing and/or finance experience
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office suite
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Oracle business software in a Sponsored Funds environment
- 1-2 years procurement experience conducting request for proposals
- Strong critical thinking skills
- 1-2 years of practical experience in contract negotiations
- Practical working experience with Research Foundation, NYS and/or Federal procurement policy including MWBE engagements and reporting
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are excited about working for NY CREATES but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY CREATES.
This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.
BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Medical, Vision and Dental
- Competitive Pay and PTO
- Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
- Basic / Optional Life Insurance
- Post-Retirement Health Insurance
- Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
- Optional employee contributed retirement account
Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203
Pay Rate: $62,000- $65,000
*Posted rate is dependent on education and experience.
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