Procurement Specialist

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Procurement Specialist
The candidate will work in the Purchasing Services Department and = manage and award a select number of University-wide contracts and commodities/categories. Will sign or review and recommend for signature contracts for an assigned set of University departments. Act as the primary liaison to those departments. Meeting and educating all levels of University personnel, including Deans, Directors, and Department Heads. Evaluating customer needs, identifying and researching relevant information, and making appropriate recommendations for the acquisition of goods and services, especially acquisitions that are large-scale, complex, and/or of a specialized nature. Directly assisting customers to develop purchasing strategies, including identifying opportunities for cost savings as well as improved products/services, supplier management, and business processes. Analyzing customers purchasing patterns. Facilitate the development of complete statements of work, ensuring that specifications and requirements for acquisitions are adequately detailed. Working with Payment Processing to resolve any payment, posting and other issues. Should have Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A JD or engineering degree is desirable. C.P.M. or CPSM certification is required or attainment of CPSM within one year of the start of employment. Must have 3-5 years of experience.

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