Procurement Specialist - Senior

Procurement Specialist - SeniorThe Procurement Specialist - Senior will report to the Director of Procurement and Travel or the Procurement Manager and is responsible for special projects assigned by them. Responsible for analyzing purchasing patterns and history to determine cost saving measures and for processing purchase transactions including but not limited to requisitions, purchase orders, spend authorizations, expense reports, and match exceptions etc. Manages the capital equipment process by processing capital equipment purchase requisitions and tracking the related contracts. Assists APO with procurement card program. Troubleshoots issues with Workday. Ensures standard methodologies for all processes; analysis, reconciling, and reporting are conducted in a timely manner and that records are maintained as required. Ensures that personal and teamwork product is in compliance with Arkansas State Laws, DFA Policies, UA System Policies, and UAMS policies and procedures.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in related field plus 3 years related experience or equivalent education and experienceProficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)Ability to work on a computer 6/8 hours per dayAbility to perform routine office functions including verbal communication, filing and light liftingPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of state purchasing rules, applicable laws and regulationsWorkday and Adobe forms literateResponsibilities:Process purchasing transactions including but not limited to requisitions, purchase orders, spend authorizations, expense reports, and match exceptions.Management of capital equipment purchase requisitions and/or purchase orders.Process daily distributor reports and daily procurement spec productivity reports, which are relayed to procurement manager.Management of procurement card program. Analyzing purchasing patterns and history to determine cost savings measures.Perform other duties as assignedSalary Information:Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply:List of three professional references (name, email, business title)ResumeOptional Documents:Special Instructions to Applicants:Recruitment Contact Information:Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site do not send to listed recruitment contact.Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background CheckThis position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, SittingFrequent Physical Activity:TalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Reaching, Standing, Stooping, WalkingBenefits Eligible:Yes