Other: Buyer II, Biology Department - Boston, Massachusetts - (Boston, MA)

Buyer II, Biology Department Category: Office/Administrative Support Department: Biology Locations: Boston, MA Posted: Jan 08, '18 Type: Classified Share Position overview: The Buyer II is responsible for selecting, negotiating and purchasing biological supplies, chemicals, equipment and general needs for the Biology Department. The incumbent will need to ensure that the department's teaching and research laboratories receive the necessary supplies, service and equipment of appropriate quality in a timely manner. The Buyer will also solicit and evaluate vendor quotes as needed in accordance with established University, State and Federal policies and procedures. Duties include, but are not limited to: Review material request forms from ordering faculty, staff and students and initiate the purchasing action that will produce the best results; select sources for supplies, materials, furnishings and equipment after careful evaluation of end users' needs and qualified vendors' resources; Prepare purchase orders