Career Opportunities

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Major Duties

Under the general direction of the Director, of Purchasing & Contract Administration, the Buyer II performs journey-level procurement responsibilities in support of the campus community consistent with industry best practices and compliance with State and California State University, and University regulations and policies. The incumbent applies current specifications on all contract and purchasing documents regardless of complexity or technical content and develops specifications when none exist.

• Reviews, modifies, and approves agreements with assistance from the department Director and Contracts Specialist.
• Processes orders for goods and services, using the Financials-Purchasing system.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and processes departmental requisitions as well as contracts and license agreements promptly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to an undergraduate degree in purchasing, marketing, accounting, business, or other appropriate field. Business Administration or Operations Management, Certified Purchasing Manager designation, or Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB) is preferred.
• Equivalent to two years of purchasing experience at a level equivalent to Buyer I with a background in areas such as formal competitive bidding processes, development of contracts, service agreements, leases, or other written legal agreements.
• Additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of principles of purchasing and procurement policies, methods, and procedures, including the administration of formal competitive bid cycles according to the California State Statutes and Codes; general knowledge of contract development procedures and practices; thorough knowledge of, or the demonstrated ability to learn quickly, a variety of CSU policies, practices, and formats for common contracts, service agreements, and leases.
• Ability to understand and analyze the associated risk of certain commodities. Ability to: develop, interpret, and apply accurate, multiple, and precise procurement specifications; analyze bids and administer the bidding process; keep financial records; demonstrate creativity in developing cost-saving buying practices; maintain currency regarding business trends and market changes.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with vendors and with faculty, students, administrators, and members of the general public; read and write clearly in English, comprehend and apply California State Statutes and Codes as well as contract language; perform product research; make comparisons of cost data; and, depending on assignment, plan and lead the work of others. The ability to use a computer is very desirable.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: Buyer II / 4792 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4108 - $5600 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4108 - $7434 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The position is currently hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through April 30, 2024 will be considered in the initial review and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.