Purchasing Manager-Admin College of Dentistry

University of Tennessee • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Purchasing Manager oversees all procurement, purchasing, and supply chain operations for the UT Health Science Center College of Dentistry. This position ensures compliance with university, state, and federal purchasing regulations while optimizing the procurement of equipment, materials, and services essential to the college’s teaching, clinical, and research missions. The Purchasing Manager also manages vendor relationships, contract compliance, and inventory systems, ensuring cost-effective operations and accountability across all college departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
• Three (3) years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management; OR a Master’s Degree and one (1) year of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Supervisory experience is required.
• Knowledge of purchasing systems, contract management, and inventory control principles.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/procurement platforms (e.g., DASH/Oracle, SciQuest, or Jaggaer).
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and executes all purchasing and procurement activities for the College of Dentistry.
• Solicit bids, evaluate vendor proposals, and negotiate pricing and terms in collaboration with central Procurement Services.
• Manages purchasing contracts, including renewals, performance monitoring, and vendor compliance.
• Oversees invoice processing, expense tracking, and reconciliation for all college purchases.
• Provides financial reports and analytics on purchasing trends, vendor spending, and cost savings.
• Collaborate with Procurement Services to develop and manage supplier contracts and preferred vendor agreements.
• Supervises shipping and receiving operations and ensures the timely distribution of materials to clinics and departments.
• Supervises purchasing and inventory staff; manages scheduling, performance, and training.
• Participates in cross-functional committees or initiatives related to procurement modernization or cost optimization.
• Ensures compliance with UT System, UT Health Science Center, and State of Tennessee fiscal and procurement policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager