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The Purchasing Department has an opening for the position of PURCHASING AGENT, in grade 11 , at a salary of L.L.1,105,105.- per month. Since this provides an opportunity for promotion from within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply in writing to the Human Resources Department (Employment Section) not later than December 10, 2008.

I. Basic Functions:

Receives, reviews all assigned purchase requisitions and processes them in accordance with University established procedures. Locates, evaluates and contacts suppliers, negotiates prices, and selects the most suitable supplier(s). Issues purchase orders and follows up on delivery and end user inquiries.

II. Minimum Requirements:

a.  BA degree.
b.  2 years experience in administrative operations.
c.  Ability to use word processing, spread sheet software and the Internet.
d.  Good communication skills
e.  Good negotiating skills
f.  Good knowledge of English and Arabic

The letter of application with a copy of your CV should be addressed to the Human Resources Department with a copy to the concerned supervisor(s).

Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer.