Buyer IV

UCSF•San Francisco, CA

14d

About The Position

Buyer 4 uses skills as an experienced procurement professional. Works on assignments that are diverse and complex in nature, and requires strong analytical skills necessary to compare and contrast purchasing options. Demonstrates good judgment in selection methods and techniques. Makes independent purchasing decisions. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Regularly works on highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. UCSF Strategic Procurement is a world class Procurement organization. We are responsible for the acquisition of goods and services necessary for the institution’s operations, research, and academic functions. We ensure that all procurement activities are conducted in a cost-effective, efficient, and legally compliant manner, supporting the university’s mission and strategic goals. The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here. Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Requirements

Experienced procurement professional
Strong analytical skills
Good judgment in selection methods and techniques
Ability to make independent purchasing decisions
Ability to identify risks and respond accordingly
Ability to evaluate variable factors and select methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Responsibilities

Works on assignments that are diverse and complex in nature, and requires strong analytical skills necessary to compare and contrast purchasing options.
Demonstrates good judgment in selection methods and techniques.
Makes independent purchasing decisions.
Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
Identifies risks and responds accordingly.
Regularly works on highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.