The Senior Procurement Officer is responsible as the strategic sourcing expert supporting KU's Operations and Facilities, Planning & Development (FPD) departments. This role will lead procurement efforts across key categories including 1) Construction; 2) Facilities Services (e.g. janitorial, elevator maintenance, pest control, laundry, signage, etc.); and 3) Facilities equipment (e.g. HVAC, generators, fire protection, MEP systems, etc.). They will handle competitive bidding, supplier contracting, contract drafting and negotiation, and procurement compliance guidance for these units. This position oversees strategic procurement for a variety of complex product and service categories, and will drive through competitive sourcing, supplier relationship management and cross-functional collaboration. This position will also manage related subcategories such as architecture, engineering, furniture, fixtures, and equipment, fuel, maintenance & repair, and moving services. This position ensures compliance with university policies, fosters supplier relationships, and drives cost-effective, value-added procurement strategies to support institutional goals. The ideal candidate will excel working a fast-paced setting with shifting priorities and tight deadlines and will be comfortable facilitating meetings of stakeholders with competing interests to accelerate informed purchasing decisions. Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California, Delaware, Idaho & Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.