Construction Procurement Buyer

Computing Engineering & Construction (CCEC), Operations
19.00 Hourly
The Procurement Specialist provides centralized purchasing and procurement support for the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction. This position coordinates the acquisition of equipment, supplies, services, and materials in support of instructional programs, laboratories, research activities, and student organizations. The role ensures compliance with University of North Florida procurement policies, State of Florida regulations, and funding requirements, and serves as a primary liaison among faculty, laboratory personnel, student organizations, vendors, and central Procurement and Finance offices.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with University policies, State of Florida purchasing regulations, and funding source requirements
recommend best-value purchasing solutions
Coordinate with UNF Procurement Services and Finance to obtain approvals, resolve purchasing issues, and support audits
Serve as primary point of contact for vendors regarding pricing, availability, delivery timelines, invoicing, and issue resolution
Track order status, monitor deliveries, reconcile discrepancies, and resolve receiving issues
Collaborate with faculty and laboratory managers to develop technical specifications for equipment, tools, lab supplies, safety equipment, and instructional materials
Support procurement for instructional laboratories, research projects, grant-funded initiatives, and specialized technical purchases
Assist with inventory tracking and forecasting of lab and program supplies
Provide purchasing guidance to faculty advisors and student organizations, including documentation requirements and allowable expenses
Track expenditures against departmental, lab, grant, and student organization budgets
Maintain complete and accurate procurement records to support audits and reporting
Assist with special projects or initiatives as assigned
Provide backup administrative or procurement support during peak workload periods
Supervision Received: Works under the supervision of the Associate Director, CCEC Operations , receiving general guidance while exercising independent judgment within established policies and procedures
Supervision Given: None
Knowledge of procurement policies and purchasing best practices
Strong customer service and communication skills
Commitment to ethical procurement standards and institutional compliance
Bachelor's degree or a high school diploma and 4+ years of relevant experience. Experience in higher education or public-sector procurement
Experience supporting engineering laboratories, technical departments, or academic programs
Familiarity with Workday or similar enterprise purchasing systems
Knowledge of inventory management and technical or scientific equipment purchasing
Office and laboratory environment
Frequent sitting, standing, communicating, and use of office equipment
Occasional lifting or moving of items related to procurement and receiving activities

The University of North Florida is an equal opportunity/equal access institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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