Strategic Sourcing Purchasing Agent – Hybrid

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Daytona Beach, FL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Purchasing Agent, Grant and Research Focused, reports directly to the Director of Procurement Services and works in close collaboration with the University’s Research Administration and Finance teams. This position serves as the primary procurement liaison for grant- and research-funded purchases, ensuring compliance with university policies, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and sponsor-specific requirements. The Purchasing Agent partners closely with faculty, principal investigators (PIs), research administrators, and internal stakeholders to provide procurement guidance, source specialized goods and services, and deliver a high level of customer service. The role also contributes to strategic sourcing initiatives by analyzing spend, negotiating contracts, and developing sourcing strategies to optimize value, mitigate risk, and support the unique needs of grant-funded research. The successful candidate will be able to work independently on complex projects requiring sound judgment and regulatory knowledge, while also collaborating with Procurement leadership to identify opportunities for spend consolidation, supplier leverage, and process improvements that benefit both research and University-wide procurement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant work experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain and procurement functions and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to deliver high levels of customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively and drive process improvements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using procurement tracking systems and tools.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong budgeting and financial process awareness.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with both the Budget Office and Controller’s Office on payment and process-related issues.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in stressful situations.
• High level of accountability and willingness to take ownership of tasks, decisions, and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary procurement liaison for grant- and research-funded purchases.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and sponsor-specific requirements.
• Partner with faculty, principal investigators (PIs), research administrators, and internal stakeholders to provide procurement guidance.
• Source specialized goods and services.
• Deliver a high level of customer service.
• Contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives by analyzing spend, negotiating contracts, and developing sourcing strategies.
• Optimize value and mitigate risk for grant-funded research procurement.
• Work independently on complex projects requiring sound judgment and regulatory knowledge.
• Collaborate with Procurement leadership to identify opportunities for spend consolidation, supplier leverage, and process improvements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree
• Discounted tuition rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26
• Annual 6% gift of your base salary contribution to retirement plan
• 4% matching contribution to retirement plan
• 18 days of personal leave in your first year
• 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

What This Job Offers

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