Principal Procurement Officer

Salary/Position Classification

• $71300 annual dependent on relevant experience Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite the Grand Forks ND campus.

Purpose of Position

Do you enjoy keeping things organized and ensuring processes run smoothly Are you skilled at coordinating logistics managing details and leading teams Were looking for a Principal Procurement Officer to join our dynamic team at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC)!

Join the EERC an international leader in energy and environmental research and a nonprofit branch of the University of North Dakota (UND) which gives our employees access to unbeatable benefits and tuition waivers. Learn more about the EERC at .

Be a part of cutting-edge research engage with professionals who share your passion and create work you can be proud of. As a Principal Procurement Officer you will contribute to the success of the organization by performing one or more of the following:

• Manage execution of Purchase Requisitions receipt of items and Post Award contract management/payment.
• Procurement and travel workflow and team management.
• Manage the execution of shipping and receiving; including hazardous materials.
• Asset Management and Annual inventory compliance.
• Execution of procurement processes for commodities to include Request for Proposals (RFP) Request for Bid (RFB) and Alternate Procurement Requests (APR).
• Leadership and team management.
• Work both collaboratively and independently; and contribute to process improvements.

The EERC is recognized as a global leader in developing clean efficient energy solutions. With a dedicated team we collaboratively develop innovative technologies to power the world efficiently while safeguarding our air water and soil. Trusted by over 1300 clients in 53 countries our mission is to provide practical pioneering solutions to the worlds energy and environmental challenges.

Required Competencies

• Demonstrated organizational and prioritization abilities in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of office equipment.
• Ability to work in a high paced tight deadline environment while maintaining and ensuring proper processes and procedures are followed.
• Ability to adapt and find solutions when necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree with a major in business administration accounting or related field.
• 5 years of procurement experience.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience with MS Office software Word and Excel
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with UND Marketplace or similar Procurement system.
• Experience with Asset Management and Inventory Control.
• Previous history of creating and improving process and procedures.
• 3 years of supervisory experience with strong emphasis on ensuring proper training following up on processes and procedures changes and customer service.
• Experience with databases.
• Experience with PeopleSoft Finance module.

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