Procurement Specialist I, Procurement Services (Fixed-Term)

About This Role

The Procurement Specialist I is responsible for developing contracts and agreements to meet operational needs while providing optimal value to the University. This role assists or serves as lead for one or more procurement categories, focusing on quality, cost, delivery, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess needs and organize business requirements into comprehensive sourcing plans
• Develop category strategy, leverage spend, and yield high supplier performance for one or more procurement categories
• Review departmental requisitions and orders to ensure purchases are within reasonable tolerances, approved, and appropriate
• Execute multiple and simultaneous requisitions, supplier quotes, proposals, and bids for all goods and services
• Assist with complex bids and contract negotiations
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and other regulatory guidance
• Support a comprehensive supplier diversity program
• Incorporate environmental sustainability goals into category strategies
• Advise University customers on processes and behavior to receive optimal cost, quality, delivery, and reliability performance from suppliers
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers to resolve invoice and payment problems

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of one year of related experience
• Demonstrated skill in specification writing, negotiations, and supplier management
• Strong “hands-on” procurement abilities
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Strong technical and business writing and presentation skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: 3+ years of related experience.

Nice to Have

• 3+ years of related experience
• Substantial category management and indirect procurement experience
• Professional certification from the Institute for Supply Management (e.g., CPSM)
• Experience within federal, state, or other highly-regulated procurement environment

Skills

* Required skills