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Assistant University Purchasing Agent (Construction)
University of Rhode Island —Kingston, RI
- $65,000 - $74,000 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- University
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Anduril Industries —North Kingstown, RI
- $85,000 - $112,000 a year
- Email
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
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Anduril Industries —North Kingstown, RI
- $90,000 - $119,000 a year
- Email
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Procurement Specialist
SEACORP —Middletown, RI
- Holidays
- Customer service
- Military
- Research
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Associate Buyer: HBA / Cosmetics (Relocation Supported)
Ocean State Job Lot —North Kingstown, RI
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Purchasing / AP Specialist (Part Time)
McLaughlin Research Corp —New London, CT
- Part-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
- Flexible schedule
Purchasing and Receiving Clerk
Hotel Viking Newport —Newport, RI
- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Buyers Assistant
Ocean State Job Lot —North Kingstown, RI
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Google Workspace
- Research
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Entry Level Purchasing Assistant
Unetixs Vascular, Inc. —Warwick, RI
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Real Estate Agent
Alpern & Mesenbourg —Wakefield, RI
- $125,000 - $225,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
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Assistant University Purchasing Agent (Construction)

University of Rhode Island -
Kingston, RI

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $74,000 a year

Qualifications

Optimizing workflow processes
Procurement report preparation
Sourcing
Construction negotiation
Construction material procurement
Construction contract administration
Word processing
Spreadsheets
Regulatory compliance
Software implementation
Zoom
Purchase order management
Mid-level
Compliance management implementation
Bidding project phase
Video conferencing software
Automated procurement systems
Procurement contract management
Collaborative technology platforms
Microsoft Teams
Contracts
SharePoint
Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development experience
Conducting training sessions
Management reporting
Webex
Productivity software
Video conferences (communication methods)
Purchasing management systems (technically supported)
Financial systems implementation

Full Job Description

Assistant University Purchasing Agent (Construction)

Posting Number: SF02173
Position Type: Professional Staff
Union: PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc
Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 10
Pay Grade Range: Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $65,000 - $74,000
Department: Purchasing Dept
Campus Location: Kingston

Job Description Summary:
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 20, 2026. Applications received after July 20, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
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THE OPPORTUNITY FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE IS POSSIBLE AFTER SIX MONTHS.

POSTING SUMMARY:

Assist the University Purchasing Manager (Construction) in managing and daily procurement functions for the University's campuses, which include the procurement functions of the academic, administrative and research community; with a primary focus on the construction and facilities operations activities on all campuses. This role ensures timely sourcing, purchasing and documentation of materials and services required for construction and public works projects while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:
KEY ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in the administration of the procurement operations of all campuses to ensure compliance with state rules and regulations and general laws.

Participate in the development, management and implementation of programs and standards as they relate to the University's purchasing policies and procedures.

Assist in the development and implementation of contracts and agreements related to procurement activities, with a focus on construction and facilities operations.

Assist in the development and implementation of various ERP modules or related procurement software.

Develop and conduct public bid solicitations (RFIs, RFPs, RFBs, etc.) to procure construction and public works related to goods and services exceeding certain defined thresholds working in conjunction with the Purchasing Manager (Construction).

Prepare purchase order documentation.

Serve as a Purchasing Department liaison with the community to ensure customer satisfaction.

Ensure that they have sufficient knowledge and understanding of the processes and the financial system which will provide maximum benefit to their activities as well as this Department.

Assist in preparing and presenting management reports on purchasing activities regarding the various fund sources and document utilization.

Coordinate with project managers and the facilities group on purchase requests and requirements.

Serve as the Purchasing Department liaison with external state agencies focused on construction and public works and assist with the development of policies and procedures for the University Purchasing Department.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in conducting training sessions with the Purchasing Manager (Construction) for other offices and departments throughout the University on the policies and procedures of the Purchasing Section; with a focus on construction related activities.

Perform advanced technical work and supervision in the procurement of complex goods or services including the negotiation processes involved.
Evaluate procedures and forms being used and recommend necessary revisions to promote efficiency and effectiveness.

Provide user level information on the automated procurement system to the Purchasing Agent for further development and recommend changes to promote efficiency.

LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers and word processing, database management and spreadsheet software; Microsoft programs, automated procurement system(s), virtual meeting and team platforms (Google. Zoom, Webex, Teams, SharePoint, etc.) .

Posting Date:

To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16823

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