Buyer

University of Dayton•Dayton, OH

17d

About The Position

This position is responsible for key purchasing functions for the University of Dayton. These key functions include; vendor and contract analysis, process ownership, project management, system administration and data analysis. Customer service is critical as this position is responsible for assisting internal departments in utilizing vendor contracts and exploring new supplier relationships. This position is also responsible for providing support regarding policy, procedures and best methods to ensure solid financial controls and prudent stewardship of University resources. System skills are critical as the position must utilize, support and/or train others in using University systems including eProcurement, online travel booking, reporting tools, Microsoft applications and others. Oversee student employee daily work when needed. Reports to Sourcing Director.

Requirements

Associates degree in business or 2 years purchasing experience
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
Experience in professional role with procurement fundamentals (principles of purchasing, value analysis, materials analysis, production control)
Effective negotiating skills
Proven excellent customer service skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance or related field plus 2 years purchasing related experience
Proven ability to successfully problem solve and multi task within and across departments to meet changing deadlines
Experience with Federal Government purchasing including the application of FARs, DFAR’s, and OMB guidance
Certifications in procurement/purchasing career fields (CPP, CPM, CPPM, CPSM, etc)
Experience with eProcurement and/or ERP systems

Responsibilities

vendor and contract analysis
process ownership
project management
system administration
data analysis
assisting internal departments in utilizing vendor contracts
exploring new supplier relationships
providing support regarding policy, procedures and best methods to ensure solid financial controls and prudent stewardship of University resources
utilize, support and/or train others in using University systems including eProcurement, online travel booking, reporting tools, Microsoft applications
oversee student employee daily work when needed