How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relates to this position.
Summary
The University of Michigan Procurement Services is a leader in higher education procurement practices, implementing best-in-class supplier relationships and agreements that provide tangible benefits and value to the University.
Procurement Services has an exciting opportunity for 2 Procurement Agent Intermediate positions. One on the Print and Professional Services team and one on the General Goods and Services team. The scope of responsibility is significant, with a large university-wide impact due to the amount of spend, number of departments involved, and criticality to operations. Candidates for this position must be experienced working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple complex projects concurrently. Responsibilities include bidding and awarding contracts for major projects, and as necessary, providing ongoing customer support throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities*
- Advise and direct clients, as appropriate, on the use of university-wide strategic supplier contracts.
- Evaluate and process purchasing requests, examining the request for clarity, appropriateness of purchase, bid specifications, and compliance with university policies and procedures.
- Manage the Request for Proposal/Quotations/Information (RFP/Q/I) process, advising clients in the formulation of bid specifications.
- Communicate all contractual requirements and procurement policies and procedures to university faculty, staff and external suppliers.
- Negotiate favorable contract terms, pricing, and delivery following established University protocols and procedures.
- Work closely with procurement leadership to develop and implement procurement initiatives that improve procurement processes, increase contract compliance, and reduce purchase and invoice transactions.
- Analyze commodity spend to identify industry and/or procurement trends.
- Promote and participate in diversity supplier development initiatives related to assigned commodity and socially responsible purchasing initiatives.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field or equivalent experience is required with 3 - 5 years progressive procurement experience
- Experience in the development and management of RFP's, RFQ's, and RFI's
- Excellent contracting and negotiation skills in combination with analytical and organizational skills are necessary
- Ability to communicate effectively and with diplomacy, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of staff and customers
- Proven ability to successfully problem solve and multi-task within and across departments to meet changing deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment
- Proven excellent customer service skills
- Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience in public procurement
- Experience in drafting, negotiation, and management of contract scope and service level agreements
- Understanding and experience in negotiating legal terms of a broad range of standard commercial contracts
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.