IT Purchasing Specialist

Responsible for purchasing new computer and other information technology equipment by coordinating requests, researching, and completing orders.

Responsibilities

• Procure Information Technology Hardware, Software, Software as a Service, IT maintenance and licensing, and IT Professional Services.
• Research new technology purchases and evaluate the performance of those technologies to support management purchasing decisions.
• Work within the IT Service Management tool and University Procurement System to complete purchase orders by selecting vendors, negotiating price and payment terms, arranging product delivery, and resolving delivery problems.
• Review and process IT purchase requests and payments within the IT Service Management Tool and University Procurement System by verifying requested purchases, vendor bills, purchase orders, and received items; resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain historical records of equipment by documenting items and services purchased, prices, delivery, and product or service acceptability.
• Maintain quality service by following organization standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• 4 years of relevant experience, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues.

Skills

• Knowledge of current technology.
• Ability to troubleshoot and test computer hardware.
• Ability to build and assemble parts.
• Ability to integrate peripheral equipment into hardware solutions.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Ability to consult with users about hardware solutions.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms, and other printed materials.
• Able to speak clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing, reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling, and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment

• Work is indoors and sedentary, subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• No harmful environmental conditions present.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.
• This is an in-person, on-campus role.