Procurement Agent

Overview of Procurement Agent

Purdue University Northwest's Procurement and Auxiliary Services department is seeking a Procurement Agent. The Procurement Agent performs a wide range of procurement responsibilities in support of a two-campus system and Gabis Arboretum consistent with industry best practices and in compliance with Purdue West Lafayette and State of Indiana regulations and policies.

Budgeted Salary Range: $56,000 - $59,000

Duties and Responsibilities of a Procurement Agent

• Responsible for two-campus system and Gabis Arboretum quoting, sourcing and procurement of equipment, materials and services related to general procurement, technology and building construction.
• Approves purchase orders up to $100,000.
• Performs procurement responsibilities in support of campus community consistent with industry best practices and in compliance with Purdue University and State regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Provide general procurement, technology and building construction procurement services by processing orders for goods and services, prepare and issue requests for quotations, requests for proposals, evaluate proposals and make recommendations.
• Responsible for timely approval processing of electronic requisitions to facilitate issuance of purchase orders for purchases less than $100,000.
• Provides support in resolving invoice reconciliation issues.
• Provide information and instruction to campus personnel on procurement system policies and procedures.
• Responsible for establishing content, coordinating and scheduling of training or workshops for electronic procurement system.
• Serve as contact with West Lafayette personnel regarding Ariba issues, questions and enhancement opportunities.
• Serves as authority on electronic procurement system and provides assistance to campus personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits of a Procurement Agent

• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
• University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
• University contributions to Health Savings Account –
• Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

Education of a Procurement Agent

BA/BS Business or Accounting

Experience of a Procurement Agent

Four years of procurement and/or business-related experience required.

One year demonstrated experience with formal competitive bidding processes.

Demonstrated purchasing experience including high-technology and building construction utilizing competitive bidding including writing specifications, bid documents and procurement justification.

Preferred: Higher education related experience is desired. PNW related experience is preferred.