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Uses professional purchasing skills and concepts to complete purchasing assignments of moderate complexity, requiring the analysis and review of multiple procurement options. Has authority to make purchases within a moderate and pre-approved dollar limit. Exercises judgment within defined limits and practices to determine the most effective methodology to acquire common goods and services. Works on problems of moderate scope, where analysis of situations or data requires reviewing a variety of factors.
Job Responsibility:
Determine procedures, select methods, and implement policy applications for Course Materials
Provide work direction to student staff to ensure excellent customer service and first-rate sales in Course Materials
Analyze and oversee course materials returns to vendors
Plan and oversee the posting of accurate course information
Coordinate sales of University Extension course materials and coordinate buybacks
Maintain thorough knowledge of UCSD academic schedule and classes, and of required and recommended course materials each quarter
Work closely with vendor partner VitalSource
Assist in achieving departmental goals by administering effective inventory management practices and customer service techniques
Assist career staff in promoting Inclusive and Equitable Access programs to the UC San Diego campus community
Requirements:
Analytical skills to evaluate the quality and cost effectiveness of purchasing options
Demonstrated skill in employing purchasing strategies and previous experience in purchasing new and used course materials
Thorough working knowledge of a computerized textbook inventory management system, including experience using PubNet, EasyLink, and other electronic ordering systems
Demonstrated skill in researching information about authors, titles, editions, and translations of books
Thorough understanding of textbook buyback process
Understands ERP / financial systems (such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, SAP, Banner, etc.)
Experience reading and interpreting terms and conditions of basic contracts
Experience reading, interpreting, and analyzing financial statements
Proficiency in the use of excel and Microsoft office suite
Knowledge of fundamental business practices, mathematics, statistics, financial terms, open-to-buy calculations and margins
Demonstrated skills to set and achieve financial goals
Knowledge of the organization's departments and operations required in order to meet their procurement needs
Knowledge of and experience in college store textbook operations
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including tact and skill when communicating with a diverse group of customers, faculty, academic department personnel, students, and vendors
Excellent organizational skills
demonstrated attention to detail
ability to work under pressure, prioritize daily functions, and meet established deadlines
What we offer:
competitive pay
outstanding benefits
retirement plans
supportive environment that encourages both professional development and personal growth