Campus Procurement and Vendor Relations Lead

QuickPro Staffing; Wilberforce (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

QuickPro Staffing seeks an experienced University Buyer to support campus procurement, ensuring competitive pricing and compliant purchasing. The role liaises with campus departments and vendors, manages purchase orders, contracts, and reports, while upholding accuracy, confidentiality, and customer service.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a clear understanding of purchasing policies and the ability to work independently or as part

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing policies and general office procedures.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain competitive pricing for goods and services requested by campus departments.
• Research and evaluate vendors, products, services, and purchasing options.
• Assist with contracts involving outside consultants and service providers.
• Prepare specifications, bid requests, and vendor proposals with requesting departments.
• Enter and maintain purchase order information within university purchasing and business software systems.
• Maintain accurate vendor, equipment availability, and property disposition databases.
• Educate and assist campus departments regarding purchasing policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Review purchase orders for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Handle correspondence related to purchasing projects, orders, vendors, and purchasing issues.
• Serve as a liaison between vendors and university departments to facilitate timely resolution of issues.
• Work with departments and logistics to resolve damaged or incorrect shipments.
• Monitor and expedite orders to meet departmental needs.
• Prepare procurement reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing activities.
• Provide responsive, professional service to campus departments and vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor Management

Contract Coordination

Competitive Bidding

Purchase Orders

Data Entry

Microsoft Office

Problem Solving

Communication

Organization

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

QuickPro Staffing seeks an experienced University Buyer to support campus procurement, ensuring competitive pricing and compliant purchasing. The role liaises with campus departments and vendors, manages purchase orders, contracts, and reports, while upholding accuracy, confidentiality, and customer service.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a clear understanding of purchasing policies and the ability to work independently or as part