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Kennesaw State University · 3 weeks ago

Procurement Officer

Kennesaw, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Kennesaw State University is one of the largest public institutions in the country, committed to academic excellence and community partnerships. The Procurement Officer will collaborate with campus customers and suppliers to acquire necessary supplies and services, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Education

Responsibilities

Reviews Request for Proposals and Request for Quotes for processing

Reviews and analyzes purchase requisitions and determines the appropriate method of procurement

Maintains purchase orders, etc., for the purpose of ensuring proper processing of data and provides necessary information and complies with policy regulations and requirements

Determines the appropriate method of procurement for unique and complex purchase requisitions

Investigates and develops sources of supply, final preparation of solicitation specifications and scope of work requirements in collaboration with end-users, issues RFQ's, RFP's, RFI's and purchase orders

Develops pricing structure and manages evaluation committees

Reviews, scrutinizes, summarizes, and evaluates quotations and proposals

Authorizes and issues procurement contract awards

Monitors customer satisfaction regarding goods and services received for the purpose of resolving any outstanding issues and improving the quality of services and products purchased

Interacts with vendors and suppliers to actively expedite open purchase orders to provide timely delivery of products and/or services

Responsible for the overall end-user and supplier relationship, assists with negotiations and assures assigned contract awards meet the agreed upon business objectives

Manages the Contract Assessment Report (CAR) process with end-users and suppliers to ensure that supply market trends, supplier performance and KSU business needs are aligned

Assists in resolving billing discrepancies associated with open purchase orders to ensure prompt purchase order close out

Coordinates the resolution of purchase order payment issues with Accounts Payable, as needed

Qualification

Procurement experienceContract negotiationPeopleSoft knowledgeCertified Purchasing AssociateCertified Professional BuyerSupply Chain ManagementCustomer serviceInterpersonal skillsTime managementProblem solvingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Business or Humanities or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Three (3) years of work experience in procurement, acquisition, contracting or related area