IT Procurement Assistant

  • Oregon Health Authority
  • Salem, OR
  • Oct 28, 2020
Full time Information Systems Purchasing-Procurement

Job Description

The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for an IT Procurement Assistant to join an excellent team, provide top-notch procurement support and work to advance their IT operations. 

 

This position falls under the Classification Procurement and Contract Assistant.

 

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO!

As an IT Procurement Assistant, you will procure IT assets from point of request from the customer to the creation of purchase requisitions. This includes processing payments for IT services, contracted maintenances and administrative operating expenses. You will provide agency-wide support in the VISA order processing of IT assets from point of request to accounting completion.

 

In this role, your responsibilities will include: processing all requests for procurement of technology for the unit; analyzing all procurements requests against designated standards; researching and identifying appropriate levels or versions of hardware and software per customers’ stated business needs; researching methods to procure, including best pricing; and preparing purchase requisitions.

 

Additional responsibilities will include: Ensuring asset management and procurement policies and processes are met; working with vendors to resolve procurement issues; and ensuring that all financial transactions being processed are in line with state mandated retention period timelines.

 

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • (a) Two (2) years of clerical-support experience in a related field such as general business, accounting, contracts, purchasing, or project administration support. OR (b) An Associate’s degree or higher. OR (c) A one-year certificate in supply chain, logistics management, procurement, or a related field; AND One (1) year of clerical-support experience in a related field such as general business, accounting, contracts, purchasing, or project administration support.
  • Ability to respond to multiple requests by phone, email and/or in-person.
  • Knowledge of pricing and vendor contracts.
  • Ability to utilize state approved lists to help maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and/or Access or similar programs.
  • Solid understanding of IT assets related to desktop computers.
  • Outstanding customer service skills.
  • Experience purchasing in a large organization.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Self-motivation.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

 


WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.

 

This is a full-time, permanent position that is classified and represented by SEIU.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths and values of the people of Oregon. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information or any other protected class under state or federal law.

Occupations

Other, Purchasing

URL

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OHA--Fairview-Industrial-Drive-3990/IT-Procurement-Assistant_REQ-51567

Salary

$3,080 - $4,649 per month

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