Purchasing Assistant - F/T Under the supervision of the Director of Materials Management, the purchasing assistant performs the functions of a buyer. Review requests for the purchase of equipment, supplies, and other items to assure compliance with purchasing policies and specifications. Interview vendors, review catalog, and other source material to obtain information on items for purchase. Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to ensure fair and reasonable agreements. Direct preparation and processing of purchase orders. REQUIREMENTS: 1) High school education. 2) Typing ability of 45 words per minute. 3) Pleasant personality and good telephone manner. 4) Must be able to demonstrate good communication skills both written and oral. 5) Computer literate. 6) Must be attentive to detail, honest about mistakes, and have good organizational skills. 7) Valid Montana Driver's License with clean driving record. 8) Must understand contract terminology. Health, dental, life, and FLEX/HSA benefits available with 403-b option. Salary is commensurate with up to 10 years of experience. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Additional Information Position Type : Full Time Ref Code: 2025-033 Contact Information Employee Services Employee Services 30 13th St Havre, MT 59501 Email: nmhcempls@nmhcare.org Phone: (406)262-1401 Fax: (406)262-1611 Apply Onlinefor Purchasing Assistant - F/T