Purchasing Clerk - Procurement

Join Utah Valley University as our next Purchasing Clerk and step into a role where your problem‑solving skills directly impact the success of departments across campus. This isn’t a behind‑the‑scenes clerical position; you’ll serve as an expert and help desk for our procurement and travel systems, ensuring university employees have the guidance they need to navigate essential procedures. If you thrive in a high‑energy environment and want to be the go‑to resource for a diverse team of professionals, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a tech‑savvy communicator who can transform complex instructions into clear, actionable solutions. You’ll provide critical training and cultivate professional relationships with both vendors and university staff. If you have a natural knack for customer service and a desire to work in a role where your contributions are both highly visible and genuinely valued, apply today to help keep UVU moving forward.

• Provides clerical support for department staff.
• Answers and routes telephone, email, and chat inquiries.
• Responds to vendor and university department inquiries in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
• Maintains vendors, completes change orders, and manages campus‑wide purchase orders.
• Provides training to university employees on purchasing, accounts payable, and travel procedures and using related procurement systems.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Graduation with a high school diploma or GED and two years of experience related to the summary of duties.

Associate’s degree and two years of experience related to the summary of duties.

• Knowledge of office methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the operation of office equipment, i.e. printers, copiers, fax, multi‑line phones, etc.
• Knowledge of record management practices.

• Skills in interpersonal relations, problem‑solving, and decision‑making.
• Skills in multi‑tasking and complex activities.
• Skills in the use of computers and computer software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, email, internet, databases, and presentations.
• Skills in customer service and phone etiquette.

• Ability to perform a variety of administrative duties with minimum or no supervision.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize and follow projects through to completion.
• Ability to work with a wide range of personalities and a high‑stress environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and verbally.
• Ability to follow verbal and written procedures and instructions.