BUYER 3

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

387d • $54,864 - $78,468

About The Position

The Buyer 3 position at the University of Washington involves managing procurement processes, issuing solicitations, and negotiating contracts to support the university's purchasing needs. This role requires collaboration with various departments to ensure compliance with specifications and effective supplier performance management.

Requirements

• Three years of experience as a professional buyer.
• Either an Associate of Arts Degree in purchasing management or a Bachelor's Degree; OR equivalent combination of work experience and college level training.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designations.
• Demonstrated experience using personal computers, specifically using spreadsheet, database and word processing software (MS Office).
• Experience in running and analyzing spend reports.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong analytic skills and high attention to detail.
• Capability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Issue formal and other competitive solicitations per State and Federal requirements using Ariba tools as directed.
• Coordinate with campus departments to develop specifications and evaluation processes.
• Analyze responses for compliance with bid specifications, especially products with complex features and/or multi-commodity contracts.
• Author, execute and manage Workday Supplier Contracts to support the UW Sub-award/recipient activities.
• Analyze supplier performance history utilizing Workday and other system reports; conduct tests and product sampling to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Negotiate service agreements and contracts as directed; administer contracts and agreements for compliance with terms and conditions.
• Prepare and develop original contract terms; authorize and draft contract amendments as required.
• Input and manage contracts and renewals in Workday.
• Conduct and document all assigned purchases with the administrative review of purchases above delegated authority.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions in the Workday procurement systems (all commodities).
• Provide information in response to questions from departmental/institutional officials, vendors, and business representatives.
• Review proposed contracts for all commodities in Workday Strategic Sourcing and assess compliance and feasibility.
• Review requests from campus for placing orders with new suppliers; assist campus in using existing contracted suppliers whenever possible.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies, including review and approving Buyer exceptions within the Workday purchasing modules.
• Assist new suppliers with enrollment and enablement.
• Prepare and organize reports in Workday.
• Contribute to Lean efforts by leading daily huddles or serving as a kaizen lead.

Benefits

• Generous benefits and work/life programs.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree