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