Assistant University Purchasing Agent

Posting Number: SF02055

Position Type: Professional Staff

Union: PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc

Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 10

Pay Grade Range: Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $65,000 - $74,000

Department: Strategic Procurement

Campus Location:

Job Description Summary

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by September 19, 2025. Applications received after September 19, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

BASIC FUNCTION

Assist the University Director of Purchasing in managing and directing the procurement functions for the University's campuses, which include the procurement functions of the academic, administrative, and research community.

Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the administration of the procurement operations of all campuses to ensure compliance with state rules and regulations and general laws.
• Participate in the development, management, and implementation of programs and standards as they relate to the University's purchasing policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development and implementation of contracts and agreements related to procurement activities.
• Utilize and assist in the testing for development and implementation of various ERP (PeopleSoft and Workday) modules and/or related procurement software.
• Assist in preparing and presenting management reports on purchasing activities regarding the various funds sources and document utilization.
• Serve as the Purchasing Department's liaison with the community to ensure customer satisfaction. Ensure that they have sufficient knowledge of the system which will provide maximum benefit to their activities as well as this Department.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and conduct training sessions for other offices and departments throughout the University on the policies and procedures of the Purchasing Section.
• Perform advanced technical work and supervision in the procurement of complex goods or services including the negotiation processes involved.
• Evaluate procedures and forms being used and recommend necessary revisions to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide user level information on the automated procurement system to the Director of Purchasing for further development and recommend changes to promote efficiency.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers and word processing, database management and spreadsheet software; Microsoft and Google platforms.

Posting Date: 08/28/2025

To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15611