Facilities Operations & Procurement Lead

Buffalo State College; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo State University seeks a Manager of Facilities Business Operations to oversee procurement activities, contracts, and departmental financial analysis. This role supports the AVP for Facilities & Planning and drives cost-efficiencies across the department.

You will manage purchasing for materials and service contracts, track spending, and identify opportunities for cost savings while supervising key operational areas to ensure alignment with budget priorities and institutional goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in procurement processes, vendor negotiations, purchasing, or contract management
• Experience with financial analysis, budgeting, or expense monitoring
• Experience in facilities, operations, or related service environments
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage vendor relationships
• Supervisory or team lead experience
• Physical ability to sit/stand for extended periods and lift 50 pounds
• Ability to analyze financial data, monitor spending, and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Proficiency in budget tracking, financial reporting, and leadership analysis
• Understanding of facilities operations to support informed purchasing decisions
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Adaptable in a hands-on, field-focused environment with direct communication

Responsibilities

• This position supports the AVP for Facilities & Planning by overseeing procurement activities, contract management, and departmental financial analysis.
• It manages purchasing for materials and service contracts, tracks spending, and identifies opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• It provides supervisory oversight for key operational areas, ensuring procurement decisions align with department needs and budgets.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor negotiation

Budgeting

Contract management

Financial analysis

Cross-department collaboration

Supervisory experience

Analytical thinking

Facilities operations understanding

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Economics, or Information Systems

Job description

Buffalo State University seeks a Manager of Facilities Business Operations to oversee procurement activities, contracts, and departmental financial analysis. This role supports the AVP for Facilities & Planning and drives cost-efficiencies across the department.

You will manage purchasing for materials and service contracts, track spending, and identify opportunities for cost savings while supervising key operational areas to ensure alignment with budget priorities and institutional goals.