Purchasing Agent

The Purchasing Agent purchases a variety of goods and services required to sustain institutional operations and research at Gallaudet University. The role involves selecting suppliers, negotiating prices, soliciting quotations, approving purchase orders and contracts, expediting shipments, and monitoring contractor performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of three years of professional experience with procurement, purchasing, contract administration, or a related field
• Strong communication, computer, and reporting skills
• Strong skills with Workday Strategic Sourcing or other procurement systems
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong knowledge of best practices in procurement, contract management, or similar processes

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance