Purchasing Clerk Intermediate/Associate | Ann Arbor, MI

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  • Location: Ann Arbor, MI

  • Company: University Of Michigan

service, research and discovery. MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion. The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by: -Creating a work environment in which people treat each

other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences. -Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.

Who We Are The University of Michigan School of Dentistry is the dental school of the University of Michigan, a public research university located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Established in 1875, the School of Dentistry engages in oral and craniofacial health care education, research, patient care and community service. It is currently the number one ranked dental school in the U. S. and fifth in the world according to two independent

rankings. The school provides cutting-edge care by the top professionals in their field with costs at or below a private practice.

The School has: The undergraduate Bachelor of Science (B. S. ) in Dental Hygiene program, which has 101 students; The Doctor of Dental Surgery (D. D. S. ) program, which has 441 students; and 110 Master of Science (M. S. ) students and 20 Ph. D students. There are 125 full-time faculty and 300 part-time faculty. The average class size is 109 for the D. D. S. program and 30 for the B. S. dental hygiene program. Fields of study at the School of Dentistry include dental hygiene, oral health, biomaterials, endodontics, computerized dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, and restorative dentistry.

Why Work at Michigan? The School of Dentistry is consistently ranked as the #1 dental school in the United States and the world. We embrace diversity in many forms and champion diversity of thought and culture. Our Mission, core values, and additional information about our school can be found on our website. The University of Michigan also offers comprehensive benefits to help you stay well and to support you as you plan for a secure future. Benefits include: The School of Dentistry is consistently ranked as the #1 dental school in the United States and the world.

We embrace diversity in many forms and champion diversity of thought and culture. Our Mission, core values, and additional information about our school can be found on our website. The University of Michigan also offers comprehensive benefits to help you stay well and to support you as you plan for a secure future. Benefits include: Generous paid time off for vacations, holidays, sick time, season days, and paid parental leave. A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after the first year of employment.

Many choices for comprehensive health insurance. Life insurance. Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Work-life programs to strengthen a workplace culture that supports personal and family life, including child care, elder care, lactation resources, and mental and emotional health services. Responsibilities Work with various lab personnel to complete the procurement of lab supplies as needed, place and follow up on orders for various School of Dentistry units, and assist with other procurement needs Provide guidance on vendors and purchasing methods; provide excellent customer service to a variety of customers, including all levels of faculty and stafftrack large amounts of historical information on procurement activity performed, including requester, shortcode, supplier, and other meaningful notes Run internal controls 2 times per year for all School of Dentistry departments Assist with various financial reports, such as tracking expenses within a shortcode with an event and reporting on activity by event Prepare deposits Work on various projects as needed, research information as needed, problem solve and propose solutions, including reports from M Reports and Business Objects, such as unpaid invoices and aged open Purchase Orders Required Qualifications 2+ years of progressively responsible administrative experience.

Demonstrated ability to use Excel, Microsoft Word and Power Point. Demonstrated excellence in customer service with attention to detail and follow-through. Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with diplomacy. Demonstrated problem solving ability. Work independently and manage competing priorities effectively. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and the ability to work well in a collaborative multicultural environment.

Excellent communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent ability to multitask. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to maintain regular attendance in order to complete the responsibilities of the position. Desired Qualifications Experience with U-M procurement processes, experience with M-Pathways and Business Objects. Understanding of grant funding and spending restrictions. Work Locations This position may be eligible for flexible work opportunities at the discretion of the hiring department. Flexible work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change dependent on the business needs of the hiring department, throughout the course of employment.

Underfill Statement This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Salary range for the Intermediate level is $45,000-$49,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The requirements listed above reflect the Intermediate level, but those with varied experience are encouraged to apply. This position may be underfilled at the Associate level. Salary range for the Associate level is $40,000-$45,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Required qualifications at the Associate level are: General office administrative experience of 1+ years, along with a High School diploma or equivalent, demonstrated excellence in customer service with attention to detail and follow-through. Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with diplomacy. Demonstrated problem solving ability. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and the ability to work well in a collaborative multicultural environment. Excellent communication skills. Excellent attention to detail.

Excellent ability to multitask. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to maintain regular attendance in order to complete the responsibilities of the position. Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.

Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. PDN-9ae7ea15-1bd4-4886-b07e-dee2f54f3b8e

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