Purchasing Clerk Intermediate Since 1841, the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) has been the heart of The Michigan Difference, educating young leaders through a rich liberal arts curriculum and creating new knowledge through world-class research and scholarship. We offer more than 100-degree programs in over 82 academic departments and programs. Every LSA program is among the best in the U.S. with more than 40 programs in the top 10 and 5 programs are the best in their fields. Our alumni network is over 200,000 living LSA graduates and 90% of our seniors go on to enter the workforce or attend graduate school. As part of the largest College at the University of Michigan, LSA Finance employs more than 80 staff who provide financial, procurement, and research administration support to over 100 units. We are currently seeking well-qualified applicants for a Purchasing Clerk Intermediate role to provide procurement support services for LSA units. The purchasing clerk is a key member of the LSA Procurement Team, who partner with faculty, staff and students to procure goods and services for the college. As one team, the analysts, business office staff, and procurement staff work together as the financial resource for assigned units.
Responsibilities: *Purchase Order and Invoice Processing Activity Follow-up Customer Service Supplier Sourcing and Policy Compliance Interpersonal Communications & Interactions Lean and Continuous Improvement Required Qualifications*High school diploma or equivalent is necessary. 2 or more years of experience. Attention to detail and accuracy is essential; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; able to multitask, set priorities and work independently as well as part of a team with a strong commitment to providing excellent customer service; ability to work effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students; computer competency for word-processing, spreadsheets, database, and data retrieval programs in a file-server environment. Duties and tasks are varied and may be somewhat complex.
Desired Qualifications: *Clear knowledge of the University's M-Pathways systems and Procurement policies and procedures.
Additional Information: As one of the world's great liberal arts and sciences colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world. To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision. The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. U-
M EEO Statement: The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Ann Arbor, MI

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Procurement Clerks

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