Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Specialist

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California is seeking a Procure-to-Pay Specialist to coordinate purchasing and payables for Faculty Practice Group clinics and operations. You will process requisitions, PCard purchases, reimbursements, and manage vendor relations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in purchasing/payables, with strong analytical and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, information technology, computer science or a related field, and/or equivalent experience.
• Three years or more of progressively responsible experience performing purchasing and/or payables transactions in a professional setting.
• Ability to take initiative, set and adjust priorities reflecting workload, deadlines, and requirements.
• Working knowledge of data processing terminology and any eProcurement system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze purchasing data and recommend improvements.
• Demonstrates ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Excellent customer service and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing and payables activities for Faculty Practice Group clinics and administrative operations.
• Prepare requisitions, purchase orders, and low-value orders (LVOs), and process PCard purchases and employee reimbursements.
• Monitor blanket agreements, vendor contracts, license renewals, certifications, invoices, and outstanding payables.
• Review purchasing transactions, invoices, and reimbursements for accuracy and compliance with UCLA policies.
• Collaborate with Campus Purchasing and Payables, clinic managers, and vendors to resolve issues.
• Manage shared email inboxes, CRM tools, purchasing trackers, and online filing systems.
• Track orders, reconcile statements, monitor inventory, and maintain vendor information.
• Perform data entry and processing in Concur and BruinBuy Plus.

Skills

Purchasing/payables experience

Analytical thinking

Customer service oriented

Prioritization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business/IT or related field

Tools

Concur

BruinBuy Plus

Job description

Description

Under the general supervision of the Faculty Practice Group Office Procure-to-Pay Supervisor, the Procure-to-Pay Specialist coordinates purchasing and payables activities for Faculty Practice Group clinics and administrative operations. This position provides support throughout the procure-to-pay process, including purchasing, reimbursements, PCard transactions, invoice processing, vendor coordination, and customer service. The incumbent serves as a liaison between Faculty Practice Group personnel and Campus Purchasing and Payables, ensuring compliance with UCLA purchasing policies and procedures while supporting timely and accurate processing of transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing and payables activities for Faculty Practice Group clinics and administrative operations.
• Prepare requisitions, purchase orders, and low-value orders (LVOs), and process PCard purchases and employee reimbursements.
• Monitor blanket agreements, vendor contracts, license renewals, certifications, invoices, and outstanding payables.
• Review purchasing transactions, invoices, and reimbursements to ensure accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with UCLA, UC, and Faculty Practice Group policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Campus Purchasing and Payables, clinic managers, and vendors to resolve purchasing, payment, and invoice issues.
• Manage shared email inboxes, customer relationship management tools, purchasing trackers, and online filing systems.
• Track orders, reconcile statements, monitor inventory, and maintain purchasing records and vendor information.
• Perform data entry and transaction processing in systems including Concur and BruinBuy Plus.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to clinic staff and managers on purchasing systems, reimbursement processes, PCard procedures, and procurement policies.
• Develop and maintain training materials, FAQs, policies, procedures, and process documentation.
• Communicate with employees, physicians, vendors, and campus partners to provide timely customer service and resolve procure-to-pay inquiries.
• Prioritize assignments and support daily departmental operations while maintaining accurate documentation and audit records.

Salary Range

$34.30- $52.20/hourly

Qualifications

All items listed below are required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, information technology, computer science or a related field, and/or equivalent experience.
• Three years or more of progressively responsible experience performing purchasing and/or payables transactions in a professional setting.
• Ability to take initiative, set and adjust priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of completing requirements, such as constant changes in workload, recurring deadlines, and completing requirements.
• Working knowledge of data processing terminology and any eProcurement system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; demonstrates ability to analyze purchasing data, assess vendor performance, and recommend process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technology.
• Applies intermediate skills in financial and data analysis to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills and the ability to build effective working relationships. Customer focused/results-oriented/sense of urgency/team player/flexible and adaptable. Must be customer service oriented, be able to work well independently.
• Adapts to changing priorities and integrates new systems and processes effectively.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be effective at working independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team.
• Exhibits strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborates effectively as part of a team and independently manages assigned responsibilities.
• Communicates effectively in writing and verbally with diverse stakeholders, including vendors and clinical managers.
• Demonstrates commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Preferred

• Understands UCLA policies and compliance requirements for purchasing and accounts payable functions.