Western Governors University · 1 day ago
Senior Procurement Academic Sourcing Specialist
WGU North Carolina
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$97K/yr - $146K/yr
6+ years expWestern Governors University is committed to expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs. They are seeking a Senior Procurement Academic Sourcing Specialist to lead strategic sourcing events, coordinate contract negotiations, and monitor market conditions to ensure competitive pricing.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Leads strategic sourcing events
Processes requisitions and purchase orders as needed
Coordinates with other departments including finance and legal for the negotiation and implementation of the contracts, acting as a liaison to resolve any issues
Reviews and ensures specifications are ready for an external audience across a variety of categories
Processes contracts, RFx, or purchase order requests
Monitors current market conditions to ensure competitive pricing
Leads in the negotiating of contracts, terms/pricing; ensures best prices and services are obtained in assigned areas of responsibility
Establishes effective forecasting, trend analysis, and monitors markets to predict business needs
Administers purchasing systems as needed
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
6 years of procurement or other supply chain experience
Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager
Must currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the Raleigh, North Carolina area within 90 days of offer acceptance
Ability to work on‑site at the Raleigh, NC office four (4) days per week with the option to work remotely on Fridays, as scheduled by the department
Knowledge of the principles and practices of purchasing, including purchasing ethics and standards
Understanding of the use of PO's versus contracts
Understanding of the competitive bidding process
Understanding of key PO/contract terms and conditions
More complex knowledge of cost/pricing analysis
Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to moving priorities
Strong negotiation and organizational skills, including basic understanding of how to negotiate business terms with suppliers (i.e., price, delivery, quality, payment)
Excellent decision-making skills
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office products
Working knowledge of current market conditions, pricing, and sources of supply
Understanding of how to develop SLA's and KPI's
Understanding of how to develop various sourcing approaches and strategies
Knowledge of how to structure and lead moderate to complex negotiations
Comprehensive understanding of the entire source to pay process
Advanced knowledge of developing specifications and SOW's
Ability to lead complex, cross-functional sourcing events, driving to successful conclusion
Demonstrated knowledge of category management principles
Advanced comprehension of contract terms and conditions
Preferred
Master's Degree
CPSM Professional Certification
Benefits
Bonuses
Medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare
Health savings account and flexible spending account
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability coverage
Accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages
Legal and identity theft coverage
Retirement savings plan
Wellbeing program
Discounted WGU tuition
Flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual
Flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual
11 paid holidays
Other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave
Company
Western Governors University
Western Governors University focuses on improving lives by creating pathways to opportunity for its students.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Kauffman Foundation
2025-05-08Grant
Leadership Team
Stephen Herzig
Vice President of Enterprise Solutions
Kacey Thorne
Senior Director, Academic Strategic Initiatives
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