Senior Procurement Officer, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Cockrell School Of Engineering

Txie

Austin, TX, US
Base: $57,000 + depending on qualifications; bonus...
University purchasing methods
Inventory management and shipping
Financial processing and procard administration
The Senior Procurement & Inventory Specialist ensures compliance with University and State purchasing policies while supporting faculty and student program needs

Job Summary

  • The Senior Procurement & Inventory Specialist ensures compliance with University and State purchasing policies while supporting faculty and student program needs.
  • This role acts as a key liaison between the department, central purchasing units, and external vendors to fulfill procurement requirements.
  • The position requires managing procurement operations, financial processing, training departmental personnel, and performing related shipping and mailroom duties.

Matching Summary

The Senior Procurement & Inventory Specialist ensures compliance with University and State purchasing policies while supporting faculty and student program needs.

Salary

Base: $57,000+ depending on qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • University purchasing methods
  • Inventory management and shipping
  • Financial processing and ProCard administration
  • Compliance with UT Austin purchasing policies
  • Vendor negotiation and order coordination
  • Use of enterprise resource systems
  • Customer service and communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with engineering or technical equipment purchasing
  • Training staff on procurement processes
  • Analytical skills for budget tracking
  • Experience with bid processes and contracted vendors
  • Knowledge of asset management and surplus transfers

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 1+ year purchasing or related experience
  • Knowledge of UT Austin or Texas State purchasing policies
  • Experience with procurement/financial platforms like Workday or UT Market
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Criminal background check required

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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