Financial and data analysis skills, and the ability to develop supplier contacts, RFQs, FRIs, RFPs, negotiation strategies, commodity plans, supplier evaluations, and total cost analysis
Knowledge of MS Office applications and some experience in Excel
Knowledge of ERP and e-Procurement systems, such as Banner and Oracle, process improvement techniques, and business fundamentals, including strategic planning, accounting, finance, contract law, technology management, and marketing
Ability to develop effective supplier relationships and mange the performance of the suppliers
Knowledge of internal controls concepts and both internal and external audit practices
Knowledge of all current Purchasing Laws and Regulation that are mandate by the State
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field
Knowledge of the University’s organizational structure, governance model, and functions, including Accounting, Budgeting, Finance, Human Resource, Auxiliary, Physical Plant, Environmental Health and Services (EH&S) Information Services and Technology (IST), Research and Sponsored Projects Office (SPO)
