Student: Purchasing Assistant

Job ID: 3506

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to aid in a variety of functions in the Purchasing Office, supporting all programs and business units at SDL.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a USU student pursuing a business degree
• Must have a minimum of two years remaining in school
• Must be available to work 20 hours per week during semesters and 40 hours per week during summer
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Must have a strong work ethic, dedication, sense of ownership in their job, and be self-directed/motivated
• Ability to perform analysis
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and other productivity tools
• Must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident of the US, or other US Person

• Business-related experience

• Compliance to processes and procedures
• Maintains supplier database
• Processes purchase orders and requisitions
• Maintains purchase order files
• Audits invoices and initiates payment process
• Reconciles purchase order discrepancies
• Contacts suppliers
• Interacts with other teams such as Shipping, Quality, Travel, and Accounting
• Ensures documentation meets policies/procedures for completeness and accuracy
• Provides information for audits
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Student Scholar Program: SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees, such as hands-on experience and our Student Scholar program. The Student Scholar program presents student employees with opportunities to expand their knowledge, extend their work experience, and engage with the community.

About SDL: SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.