Job Title:
Purchasing and Administrative Assistant
Company: Princeton University
Location: Princeton, NJ
Created: 2026-05-09
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Purchasing. Procure equipment, supplies, and services required to meet the specialized research needs using purchase orders and purchasing cards. Responsible for purchasing-related activities including requisition approvals within delegated threshold, processing of shopping carts, resolving match exceptions, and PO change requests. Independently advise and coordinate with faculty and staff regarding purchasing policies and procedures. Onboard new suppliers, including international suppliers when necessary. Correspond with suppliers to request quotes, confirm availability, and arrange for delivery. Submit invoices for payment and resolve any issues. Monthly review and monitoring of open PO encumbrances, ensuring procurement obligations are accurate and that POs are closed out on a timely basis. Travel & Concur. Organize and arrange domestic and international travel for individual and groups, including international field work teams working in remote areas. Support traveler safety by ens...Administrative Assistant, Purchasing, Administrative, Travel, Assistant, Education, Manufacturing, Research