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The University of Texas System · 2 hours ago

Senior Procurement Advisor (Midland, Houston, or Austin)

Midland, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The University of Texas System has been enhancing the lives of Texans and others worldwide through education and research for over 140 years. The Senior Procurement Advisor will oversee contracting and procurement functions for University Lands, providing strategic direction and compliance management while coordinating with the UT System's procurement office.

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Responsibilities

Provide direction, oversight and planning for UL and provide contracting and procurement services, advice and guidance to UL departments

Review and oversee the utilization of the Contract Management Handbook and provide assistance, as needed, in all aspects of contract management

Build and maintain internal UL department contracting and procurement processes and practices and implement available technology solutions, as appropriate, and investigate, evaluate, and recommend additional technology solutions

Plan, organize, and/or lead negotiation of contract terms, including basic drafting of the agreement for conditions to best serve UL

Identify operational, financial, business, and reputational risks, promote audit compliance, and provide solutions

Establish metrics and monitor effectiveness of measurable tasks; identify trends, implement solutions

Promote, provide support for, and explore opportunities where appropriate, for contracts, training, and collaborative services that support UL

Contract administrator and liaison between UL and UT System with a role in contract review and formation

Manages the procurement credit card account and purchases; ensure that all purchases meet UT System policy requirements

Administers the maintenance of detailed records of items purchased, received, prepared, and issued using applicable state guidelines, rules, policies, and laws

Oversees all payments for utility invoices and service contract invoices

Ensures records are properly entered in PeopleSoft and in the Midland’s database (Voucher Program)

Researches and rectifies invoice/payment discrepancies

Educate end-user understanding of purchasing procedures and processes through training and direct interaction as they pertain to UL and UT System

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Procurement certificationContract managementProject ManagementPeopleSoftOffice software proficiencyEffective communicationCritical thinking

Required

Possession of procurement certification from the State of Texas is required within 18 months of hire

Minimum of five years of experience in procurement or related field

Two years of experience in Project Management

Bachelor's Degree

Each additional year of experience over the required minimum may substitute for one year of college (30 semester hours) on a year-for-year basis

Preferred

Certified Texas Contract Developer in State of Texas

Three years' experience in state, federal or municipal procurement

Benefits

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to a minimum of 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. Participation in TRS is mandatory.