Location: Moscow
Division/College: Auxiliary Services-MID
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $20.00 per hour or higher depending on experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
The Buying Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Buyer and Assistant Director with functions related to product selection, analysis, execution, and communication to support the VandalStores General Merchandise (GM) strategy and goals of ensuring that the VandalStores (including multiple off-site locations and facilities) are a self-sustaining partner within the University of Idaho.
The position will play a vital role in supporting the merchandise and supply purchasing process to ensure optimal inventory levels and product availability. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with the merchandise buying team, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to enhance the retail experience for our college community
Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Demonstrated experience with:

• Cash handling
• Working in a retail environment
• Using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches, and data organization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures
• Familiarity with the University of Idaho campus

Demonstrated experience:

• With product ordering and flow
• Supervising employees and delegating tasks
• With organizational and inventory control/management
• Effectively communicating with management, staff, and external vendors
• With MBS
• Paying attention to detail
• Multitasking
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Maintaining confidentiality

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds frequently
• Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
• Stand and walk continuously throughout the shift

Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds frequentlyBend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a timeStand and walk continuously throughout the shift
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP004400P
Posting Date: 04/19/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than May 5, 2024.
In your letter of qualification, using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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