Senior Procurement Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details


Job #
043069


Department Code
31007-1060


Department
Office of the Chief Financial Officer


Job Title
Senior Procurement Specialist


Location
Syracuse, NY


Campus
Syracuse, NY


Commitment to On-Campus Experience


Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range
$80,000 - $90,000


Pay Determination


Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate's education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university's strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level
S5


FLSA Status
Exempt


Hours


Standard University business hours

8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type
Full-time


Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable


Job Description


The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing supplier relationships, driving cost savings, and supporting the University's procurement strategy. This position serves as a trusted collaborator to campus stakeholders by providing expertise in procurement fundamentals, commodity management, and supplier performance management, while ensuring compliance with University policies and applicable regulations.

This role plays a key part in advancing Procurement's transformation through automation, data analytics, forecasting, supplier optimization, and the effective use of emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of progressively responsible procurement and supply chain experience.
• Six Sigma and/or Kaizen certification
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple high dollar commodities simultaneously.
• Experience with strategic procurement, supplier management, spend analysis, and process improvement.

Skills and Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of procurement principles, commodity management, supplier relationship management, and supply chain best practices.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and demonstrated ability to analyze complex procurement and financial data.
• Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems such as Oracle or SAP, as well as PowerPoint and Smartsheet.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize AI-enabled and analytical tools to improve efficiency, analysis, and decision-making.
• Strong financial analysis, forecasting, benchmarking, and spend analysis skills.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and supplier performance management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple commodities, projects, and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage suppliers and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and support procurement technology and automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Procurement & Commodity Management

• Proactively manage multiple commodity portfolios simultaneously, navigating easily across categories while identifying opportunities for cost reduction, operational efficiencies, supplier optimization, and value creation.
• Apply sound procurement fundamentals and best practices consistently across a wide range of commodities and service categories such as, but not limited to; Athletics, Construction, Facilities, IT Hardware and Software, Marketing, Operations and Research
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and supplier analysis to support procurement decisions.
• Monitor market trends, supply chain risks, pricing fluctuations, and inflationary impacts that may affect University operations.
• Develop mitigation strategies to reduce supply chain disruptions.
• Multi-task effectively across concurrent procurement activities and shifting priorities without loss of quality or timeliness.
• Support Strategic Sourcing on RFQs, RFPs as needed

Supplier Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong, productive supplier partnerships in collaboration with Strategic Sourcing
• In support of Strategic Sourcing, evaluate supplier performance using measurable metrics and scorecards
• Proactively manage supplier service levels and delivery performance on an ongoing basis.
• Resolve supplier performance issues while maintaining productive business relationships.
• Establish and manage performance improvement plans for underperforming suppliers.

Financial Analysis

• Perform spend analysis for all proposals and identify savings opportunities.
• Analyze procurement data to support strategic decision making.
• Develop forecasting models for commodities managed
• Track and report savings initiatives and procurement performance metrics
• Utilize advanced Excel and reporting tools to support analysis.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Proactively partner with campus departments to understand business needs.
• Engage stakeholders early during project planning to align on procurement needs and priorities.
• Provide procurement guidance throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while balancing compliance and operational needs.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Proactively partner with campus departments to understand business needs.
• Engage stakeholders early during project planning to align on procurement needs and priorities.
• Provide procurement guidance throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while balancing compliance and operational needs.

Physical Requirements


Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment


Not Applicable

Application Instructions


In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

About Syracuse University


Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University's 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit

About the Syracuse area


Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

EEO Statement


Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.

Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans


Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University's contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.

Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community


Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.

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Job Posting Date
08/31/2026


Application Deadline

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Job Category
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