Apprentice - Purchasing

$37,440 - $37,440/Yr

Salt Lake City - Salt Lake City, UT

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Salt Lake City, UT

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Apprentice - Purchasing position at Salt Lake City Corp is designed for individuals eager to learn about procurement and contract management within the Finance department. This part-time role involves hands-on training, participation in workshops, and collaboration with the existing team to support public initiatives and enhance procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand Code and Policy related to purchasing and contracts.
• Conduct basic purchases from statewide cooperative contracts and procurements below the posting requirement.
• Notify contract managers of contract expiration and guide them on submitting new requests.
• Contact vendors regarding expiring insurance and request updated insurance.
• Audit purchases from contracted vendors.
• Build trainings for City employees and assist with new initiatives such as the Emergency Procurement Program.
• Acquire specialized skills under the tutelage of experienced mentors.
• Attend workshops and participate in various learning opportunities.
• Assist within the relevant department while also learning about other aspects of the city.
• Observe health and safety procedures.
• Complete all tests, presentations, and other required evaluations.
• Positively receive feedback.
• Attend meetings and offer suggestions for improvement.
• Keep a log of everything learned.
• Build professional relationships with colleagues, leaders, and the general public.

Requirements

• Good time management skills.
• Critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• A growth mindset and passion for learning.