Job Summary/Basic Function: The purpose of this role is to manage the end-to-end purchasing and lifecycle management of all hardware and software for OIT, ensuring efficient deployment to OIT technicians and adherence to university and state guidelines. Candidate is expected to work from Boise State's main campus. Department Overview: OIT Business Services provides billing for all OIT services, mail services, telephone, long-distance and cell phones, computer hardware repair, and other University IT services. OIT Business Services handles contract management, equipment purchasing processing, and contract compliance of all OIT purchases. Level Scope: Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training. Essential Functions: 60 % of Time Buyer, Associate will: • Purchase products for resale at locations and concessions; negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery with vendors • Oversee merchandise assortment including vendor and product selection • Establish guidelines for merchandising plans and retail pricing • Process and enter all purchase orders in the current inventory system • Monitors budget and makes adjustments to buying plans as needed • Monitors receiving and transferring of product to inventory • Train, direct, supervise, hire and evaluate student employees 35% of Time Buyer, Associate will: • Ensure service catalog for hardware/software orders is up to date • Optimize vendor processes and e-commerce web portals to ease ordering processes • Reconcile all purchases on PCard in a timely manner. • Collaborate with OIT Business staff for large purchases and purchasing contracts. • Reports on budget usage and lifecycle replacement plans • Process internal billing for Hardware Asset Management fees • Collaborate and coordinate with technical staff to update service catalog and anticipate orders • Process the salvage of retired equipment/coordinating with Pacific Recycling and process vendor payments to Boise State University 5% of Time Buyer, Associate must: Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: • Understand sales reports and the impact on current and future orders • Work with multiple people across business units to meet future and/or urgent deadlines • Maintain high levels of communication and cooperation with buying and operational counterparts • Perform detailed work under pressure • Summarize and present large amounts of information to groups of people • Provide excellent attention to detail and identify key information within large sets of data • Working knowledge of general retail practices and merchandise planning. • Proven ability to dependably meet goals in a timely and accurate fashion and work well under periods of pressure. • Assist in creating and maintaining an accurate annual budget for the general merchandise business Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant professional experience. Salary and Benefits: Starting salary is $49,732.80 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package , including (but not limited to): • 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days) • Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service • 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees) • 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees) • Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages • Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents • See our full benefits page for more information! Required Application Materials: For full consideration, please provide the following: • A cover letter expressing our interest in, and qualifications for this position • A resume • And the contact information for three professional references. Please note: This position does not qualify for any type of Visa sponsorship, now or in the future. About Us: Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond. Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed. Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/