Buyer - Purchasing Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/5062916) Apply  Buyer - Purchasing Salary Depends on Qualifications Location Shreveport, LA Job Type Unclassified Job Number 212451 Department LSU-Shreveport Opening Date 08/29/2025 Closing Date 9/12/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits About this Job The Buyer will work as a member of the LSUS Purchasing department performing purchasing tasks including, but not limited to, issuing Purchase Orders, contract review and negotiations, construction/renovation project support, RFQs, RFRs and additional purchasing tasks as needed for all commodities. In addition to day-to-day purchasing tasks the Buyer will be responsible for developing training through the University’s Learning Management System and working with the Director of Purchasing to update and perform training sessions as needed by the University. The Buyer is a full time, unclassified, 12 month position. Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Auditing, Legal, or a related field. LSUS values skills, experience and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply - a degree is not required if the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description. + 2 years’ experience in procurement, legal, inventory, administrative project management, contract negotiation, auditing, accounting, training, or closely related field. + Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications: + Previous university experience or experience with a state agency employer. + Experience with Workday enterprise software + Excellent project management and organizational skills. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with individuals at all levels. + Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. + Online Learning Management experience or experience in developing learning courses/training. + Knowledge of Louisiana State/University Procurement Procedures. + Knowledge of Title 38 Public Works Procedures. + Contract negotiation. Job Specification Core Competencies: + Creativity: Ability to apply creative solutions for University training. + Communication: Ability to adjust communication style to suit the audience/customer/situation. + Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and a wide variety of commodities. + Evaluation: Ability to evaluate and suggest procurement solutions within the confines of law to better serve the needs of the University. + Problem-Solving Skills: Able to evaluate different procurements, contracts and terms and conditions based upon procurement rules and procedures. Job Duties and Other Information Position Duties: + Responsible for reviewing Procurement laws and applying to purchase of all commodities, including LAC 34:XIII & State Procurement laws. + Perform all duties necessary to issue purchase orders, including bids, evaluation of quotes, terms and conditions to ensure all procurement rules are followed. + Prepare training for various departments concerning commodities specific to department. + Put out items for bid including Requests for Quotes, Requests for Responses and Public Works projects subject to Title 38. + Assist train new hires with purchasing and property procedures. + Deliver presentations for different campus events. + Meet with departments to discuss strategic sourcing and procurement options prior to receiving requisitions. + Assist in maintaining insurance and software databases for University needs. Physical and Environmental Demands Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. LSUS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. For more information about LSU Shreveport go to www.lsus.edu LSUS is a State As a Model (SAME) employer that promotes affirmative strategies and goals for employment of individuals with disabilities. No Civil Service testscore is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.* For additional information concerning this job posting contact: Jennifer Isaac LSUS Department of Human Resource Management Room 108 Administration Building, LSUS (318) 797-5279 Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority. 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