Buyer; Temporary Position

Buyer (Temporary Position)

Position Number: 8102857

Location:

Chicago

This temporary buyer role will end on September 30, 2027.

• Facilitate procurement of goods, materials, equipment, supplies, and services.
• Evaluate market pricing to obtain best value for LUC.
• Research and identify potential suppliers, solicit proposals and recommend sources.
• Process and place purchase orders using the ERP system Lawson.
• Maintain documentation and reconcile records to ensure compliance with institutional policies.
• Conduct training for stakeholders on purchasing policies and system usage.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including Accounts Payable, to resolve invoicing issues.
• Reconcile reports and identify and resolve invoicing or receiving issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2‑4 years of purchasing experience.
• Experience placing purchase orders in Infor Lawson.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university (preferred).

• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, One Drive, and internet search.

Maximum hourly rate: $30.77;
Minimum hourly rate: $28.20.

Loyola University Chicago adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws and prohibits discrimination in hiring. Please see the university’s Nondiscrimination Policy for more information.

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application