Buyer

Seton Hall University; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, and vision ins.

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Seton Hall University is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to support procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives. You will manage the full procure-to-pay lifecycle, ensure compliance with university policies, and foster productive supplier relationships to drive cost efficiency.

The role emphasizes process improvement, technology optimization, and responsible stewardship of university resources within a collaborative campus environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business/related field.
• Minimum of three years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience using P2P, ERP, or eProcurement systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase requisitions with appropriate approvals and policy compliance.
• Manage procurement activities from requisition to PO issuance within P2P/ERP systems.
• Identify sourcing opportunities and conduct competitive bidding when appropriate.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and recommend awards based on cost, quality, service, risk, and delivery.
• Maintain supplier records and build professional supplier relationships.
• Assist in contract negotiations and supplier performance management.
• Support stakeholders with procurement guidance and process improvements.
• Prepare procurement reports including savings, supplier performance, and trends.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

P2P systems

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

ERP systems

P2P (Procure-to-Pay)

Job description

Overview

Seton Hall University is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Buyer to support procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives. The Buyer is responsible for the efficient, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, ensuring that procurement activities align with University policies, financial controls, and operational objectives. The successful candidate will manage procurement transactions throughout the complete procure-to-pay (P2P) lifecycle, serve as a trusted resource for campus stakeholders, and cultivate productive relationships with suppliers. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to process improvements, technology optimization, and responsible stewardship of University resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Review and process purchase requisitions, ensuring appropriate approvals and compliance with University procurement policies.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Manage procurement activities from requisition through purchase order issuance within Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and ERP systems.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Identify sourcing opportunities and conduct competitive bidding processes when appropriate.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Evaluate supplier proposals and recommend award decisions based on cost, quality, service, risk, and delivery considerations.
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Resolve procurement and purchase order issues while maintaining service excellence.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support: Establish and maintain supplier records within University procurement systems.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support: Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers to support operational and strategic goals.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support: Assist in contract negotiations and supplier performance management activities.
• Supplier Management & Contract Support: Address supplier concerns and facilitate resolution of procurement-related issues.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement: Partner with faculty, staff, and administrative departments to understand purchasing needs and provide procurement guidance.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement: Promote compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement: Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing user experience.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement: Assist in the development and maintenance of procurement procedures and training materials.
• Stakeholder Support & Process Improvement: Provide user support and training related to procurement systems and processes.
• Reporting & Administrative Support: Support audit requests, month-end activities, and fiscal year-end procurement processes.
• Reporting & Administrative Support: Prepare reports and analyze procurement data, including savings opportunities, supplier performance metrics, and operational trends.
• Reporting & Administrative Support: Participate in departmental meetings and contribute recommendations for operational improvements.
• Reporting & Administrative Support: Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience utilizing Procure-to-Pay (P2P), ERP, or eProcurement systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Additional requirements may be added or removed at the request of the Procurement Director.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, public sector, or other complex organizational environments.
• Knowledge of contract administration, supplier management, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Experience supporting process improvement and technology implementation initiatives.

Salary Range

$56,000 - $77,000

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Benefits Information: Full Time Benefits

Benefits include a comprehensive package of medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available in the university benefits information.

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