New 
Purchasing Assistant
 Mercer University | |
sick time
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 United States, Georgia, Macon | |
 Jul 17, 2025 | |
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Purchasing Assistant Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply. Job Title: Purchasing Assistant Department: Accounting College/Division: General University Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Job Details: Mercer University is searching for a Purchasing Assistant on the Macon campus. Responsibilities: The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for setting up suppliers, auditing expense reports, and general office duties. This position's duties also include creating and modifying new and existing suppliers with compliance to policy and audit controls, auditing credit card expense transactions, and ensuring compliance with policy and procedures. The Purchasing Assistant will also be responsible for sorting and distributing daily mail, greeting and assisting traffic at the front office, maintaining the copy machine, including keeping supplies ordered and stocked for the office, reporting building/office maintenance or repair issues needed to Auxiliary Services and/or Physical Plant, filing duties, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: One year of college coursework and one year of prior administrative support experience to include accounting, purchasing, finance, or closely related experience is required. In lieu of college coursework, equivalent directly relevant experience will be considered. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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Background Check Contingencies: Criminal background and credit history checks required. Document Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community. Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, s chedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Job Family: Staff Clerical Non-exempt EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability To apply, visit https://merceruniversity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external/job/Macon-GA--31207/Purchasing-Assistant_26-080 jeid-be562a37f7df31419c475723988404ed | |