"Procurement Functional Systems Administrator"

Posted: 22-Feb-25

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Categories: Financial, Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 10248

General Description:

The Procurement Services office supports the University through enabling the purchase of goods and services at competitive prices, financial stewardship for payments, continuous improvement in business processes and responsive service to University departments.

The Procurement Functional Systems Administrator serves as the primary interface between campus end users, vendors, and procurement solution providers to ensure that the procurement systems, including Unimarket (eProcurement), Banner Financial System (ERP), and Visa Spend Clarity (P-Card) are administered effectively and according to university policies and procedures. The Procurement Functional Systems Administrator is also responsible for the development of relevant training sessions and materials, management of the P-Card program, data report generation and analysis, management of the vendor registration process, as well as leading/assisting in applicable process improvement initiatives.

Department: Procurement Services

Position Category: Part Time

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience

Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to quickly learn and become subject matter experts in various systems required
• Proficient Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills required
• Self-motivated with great attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills required
• Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills required for team work and collaboration with various parties
• Familiarity with purchasing and accounts payable best practices preferred
• Familiarity with P-Card administration preferred
• Experience with ERP systems (Banner, PeopleSoft, etc.) and eProcurement platforms such as Unimarket, JAGGAER, or other leading providers preferred
• Experience with developing and leading training sessions preferred